We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better.
Serves as a subject matter expert in Lean methodologies, supporting CI initiatives, process optimization, and capability building across Operations Transformation & Technologies (OTT) team and programs.Annual Hiring Range:
$105,000 - $115,000
Benefits
Paid time off
401k, with company match
Company sponsored life insurance
Medical, dental, vision plans
Voluntary short-term/long-term disability insurance
Voluntary life, accident, and hospital plans
Employee Assistance Program
Commuter benefits
Employee Discounts
Free hot healthy meals for unit operations roles
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Develop and facilitate Lean training, coaching, and capability development across teams and hubs.
Facilitate Kaizen events, problem-solving workshops, and value stream mapping.
Validate process adherence and standard work sustainability.
Support development of Lean maturity assessments.
Provide hands-on improvement support to hubs and regional sites.
Partner with process owners to design and implement Lean-enabled processes.
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned by department management.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field.
Lean/6-Sigma certification required.
Work Experience
At least 5 years in Continuous Improvement, Lean leadership, or Operational Excellence roles.
Demonstrated experience executing CI/Lean programs across multi-site operational environments.
Strong background in Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and structured improvement methodologies.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional programs, audits, and process standardization.
Experience developing and facilitating training, workshops, and capability-building programs.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability; comfort with operational data and KPIs.
Experience in supply chain, logistics, or complex operations required.
We anticipate that this job will close on:
06/05/2026For California Residents, please click here to view our California privacy notice.If you want to be part of a team that helps make travel and culinary memories, join us!
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field
- Lean/6-Sigma certification
- At least 5 years in Continuous Improvement, Lean leadership, or Operational Excellence roles
- Experience executing CI/Lean programs across multi-site operational environments
- Strong background in Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and structured improvement methodologies
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional programs, audits, and process standardization
- Experience developing and facilitating training, workshops, and capability-building programs
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capability; comfort with operational data and KPIs
- Experience in supply chain, logistics, or complex operations
What We Do
gategroup is the global leader in airline catering, retail-on-board and hospitality products and services. gategroup provides passengers with superior culinary and retail experiences, leveraging innovation and advanced technology solutions. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, gategroup delivers operational excellence through the most extensive catering network in the aviation industry, serving passengers from over 200 operating units in over 60 countries/territories across all continents
