About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This Operational Excellence Specialist is an entry-level, development-focused role working onsite in Conroe, TX. You will partner with plant teams to standardize management systems, lead and support process improvement projects, and apply Lean tools to improve throughput, quality, and productivity. This role reports to the Regional Manager, Lean Six Sigma or Regional Operational Excellence Manager and includes an approximate 2-year development assignment with potential growth into supervisory roles.

• Lead and facilitate plant-standardization of management systems; train and track implementation at all levels and shifts.
• Facilitate and participate in improvement teams, kaizen events, and problem-solving sessions.
• Lead process improvement projects that deliver productivity, throughput, and quality gains.
• Conduct process analysis and prepare performance reporting to support internal/external stakeholders.
• Learn and apply Lean and Six Sigma tools (DMAIC, PDCA, root cause analysis, FMEA, kaizen).
• Support development, documentation, training, and sustainment of standardized work.
• Present, train, and facilitate at multiple levels across the plant; influence without formal authority.
• Support adoption of best practices to eliminate waste and improve performance.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Supply Chain or related field (required).
• Prior process improvement, project management, or manufacturing experience (preferred).
• Strong facilitation, presentation, written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven team-building ability and comfort leading cross-functional teams.
• Able to prioritize multiple projects, organize work, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable with ambiguity; willing to challenge the status quo and take calculated risks.
• Proficient with MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Demonstrated analytical, interpersonal, and influencing skills.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Expected Hiring Salary Range: $66,700 - $93,160 per year (salary to be determined by education, experience, skills, and internal equity).
• Eligible to participate in the annual incentive compensation plan.
• Competitive benefits package (medical, retirement, paid time off, etc.) — details provided by the confidential client.
• This role supports a development pathway; strong performers may progress to Plant Supervisor and other leadership roles.

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Location & Work Type

• Location: Conroe, TX (onsite).
• Employment type: Full-time.
• Onsite presence and occasional travel between client sites may be required.
• Work authorization: Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. The confidential client will not sponsor applicants for employment visas for this role.

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Keywords (for applicants)

• Operational Excellence
• Lean Six Sigma
• Continuous Improvement
• Process Improvement
• Manufacturing / Plant Operations
• Entry-level Development Role

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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