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Continuous Improvement-Lean Manager

LSG Sky Chefs, Inc.

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Dallas, Texas

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PERMANENT

Updated 09/01/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

About us

Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights. As a trusted partner to the nation's leading airlines and retailers, we proudly deliver millions of meals and exceptional service experiences every year across 43 sites throughout the United States. Built on a legacy of operational excellence, culinary expertise, and continuous innovation, we are committed to setting the industry standard in aviation culinary, airline services, last-mile logistics, and retail commerce. From the kitchen to the runway, our teams work together to deliver quality, reliability, and service at every altitude. Our people are the heart of everything we do. At SkyChefs, a career is more than a job - it's an opportunity to grow, lead, and make an impact in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. Join America's first, foremost, and finest and take your career to new heights.

Role Purpose Statement

A concise LPS Manager role oversees Lean Production Systems, continuous improvement, operational standards, and cross‑functional performance—typically within manufacturing, logistics, retail, or distribution environments. Focus on Lean manufacturing, cost reduction, and operational standards. An LPS Manager is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and improving Lean processes, ensuring operational efficiency, cost reduction, and alignment with corporate standards. They lead continuous improvement initiatives, train teams on Lean principles, and support performance targets such as KPIs, productivity, quality, and budget adherence.

Main Accountabilities

Lean Production

Lean Production Leadership — Implement and drive Lean methodologies across the organization, including continuous improvement across CSC in close coordination with management staff.

Continuous Improvement — Define improvement targets, analyze cost‑reduction opportunities, and report performance against operational objectives.

Operational Excellence — Support execution of regional or corporate operational excellence strategies and ensure compliance with standards.

KPI Management — Track and report KPIs related to quality, productivity, cost, and service delivery.

Cross‑Functional Coordination — Partner with leadership teams to align on business targets and ensure smooth execution of operational plans.

Training & Development — Teach Lean principles, coach associates, and support talent development within the team.

Project & Initiative Management — Lead or support initiatives related to inventory strategy, compliance, or operational rollouts.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Bachelor's degree, preferably in Industrial/Process Engineering or equivalent experience required

In addition, five to seven years experience in developing and implementing production/process methods and with at least three to five years experience in a manufacturing/automotive industry required

Effective workshop facilitator skills required; experience in leading teams, driving change and delivering results

Knowledge of lean concepts including Toyota Production System principles required

Proven track record in Lean manufacturing and success in implementation of redesigned processes

Six Sigma Black Belt, Green Belt or Lean Master Certification preferred

Knowledge of Total Quality Management and Change Management experience is preferred

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Sound delegation skills accompanied with effective ability for follow-up

Proficient with windows based software

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written); ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization

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