TransTech

Director of Continuous Improvement

LocationHouston, TX
Job Typefull_time

About This Job

Job Title: Director of Continuous Improvement

Minimum of 10 years of experience in

manufacturing environments, with 5+ years in a dedicated continuous improvement or operational excellence leadership role.

Location:

Remote (with up to 50% travel across U.S. facilities; occasional international travel as needed)

Company Overview

TransTech is a leading provider of specialized infrastructure and custom-engineered equipment for diverse industries. Our expansive capacity and technical expertise enable large-scale production of complex, high-quality equipment while meeting rigorous quality and safety standards.

TransTech’s companies provide comprehensive solutions for gas and liquid processing, storage, transfer, and utilization, adhering to ASME, API, and TEMA standards to ensure reliability and precision in every project.

From individual services to full project solutions, TransTech’s teams deliver expert engineering, fabrication, construction, operations and maintenance, supporting projects nationally and internationally. We help customers achieve impactful, sustainable results with a commitment to safety, community, and environmental responsibility.

Position Summary

TransTech is seeking a results-oriented

Director of Continuous Improvement

to lead and scale enterprise-wide initiatives across our manufacturing and operations network. This role will play a critical part in driving operational excellence, embedding a culture of continuous improvement, and delivering measurable results in productivity, quality, and cost efficiency. This is a strategic opportunity for a seasoned Lean leader ready to influence systems and processes across a growing, multi-site industrial platform.

Key Responsibilities Continuous Improvement Strategy & Leadership

Develop and lead the implementation of a company-wide continuous improvement strategy aligned with business objectives and operational goals.
Establish and manage a portfolio of CI projects, ensuring ROI tracking and alignment with enterprise KPIs.
Champion a Lean mindset at all levels of the organization and serve as the senior subject matter expert in CI methodologies.


Process Optimization & Operational Excellence

Facilitate value stream mapping, Kaizen events, 5S, and root cause analysis to eliminate waste and improve flow.
Drive measurable performance improvements in throughput, lead time, defect rates, and resource utilization across manufacturing operations.
Standardize best practices across facilities while tailoring solutions to specific site needs.


Leadership, Coaching & Training

Coach and mentor plant-level CI leaders and cross-functional project teams.
Develop and deliver training content for Lean Six Sigma, problem-solving, and process mapping tools.
Foster engagement in continuous improvement programs through employee involvement and leadership alignment.


Cross-Functional Collaboration & Integration

Work closely with leaders in Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to embed CI into daily practices.
Support integration of new acquisitions and international locations into existing CI systems and culture.
Create visibility into performance through dashboards, reporting tools, and executive presentations.


Qualifications Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Industrial Management, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in manufacturing environments, with 5+ years in a dedicated CI or operational excellence leadership role.
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (or equivalent experience managing full-scale CI programs).
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams through improvement initiatives that delivered tangible business results.
Strong communication, facilitation, and project management skills.


Preferred

Master Black Belt certification or advanced Lean training.
Multi-site, global, or post-acquisition CI experience.
Familiarity with ERP systems, MES platforms, and data visualization/reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).

Why Join Us?

This is a high-impact leadership role with visibility across the organization and direct influence on TransTech’s growth, efficiency, and cultural evolution. As we expand our manufacturing and service capabilities, you will help architect how we operate, solve problems, and drive excellence at scale.

Benefits

Employee benefits include the following, although the costs and coverage may change over time and participation may be based on achieving certain minimum number of hours worked:

Competitive Paid Time Off.

401K with Safe Harbor Match – 100% of your first 3% contribution and 50% of your contributions on the next 2%.
Employer-sponsored life insurance, long-term disability, and AD&D.
Group health, dental, and vision insurance.

This organization provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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