Process Research Director jobs in Torrance, CA
Process Research Director manages the design and implementation of manufacturing processes. Researches and develops methods to increase productivity, decrease costs, maintain quality and consistency in current products, and discover new products. Being a Process Research Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a top management. The Process Research Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Process Research Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Director of Process Improvement
- Lakeshore Learning Materials, LLC
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Carson, CA
FULL_TIME
- Company DescriptionAt Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60 retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things, and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.Job DescriptionOur distribution business is experiencing transformative growth—with no end in sight.That’s why we’re looking for a Six Sigma Business Director of Process Improvement for our Carson, CA, distribution center to identify, evaluate and implement operational improvements that generate cost savings and efficiencies. Our ideal candidate will be a change agent with strong communication skills who can garner support from those around them for the changes they seek, and motivate and influence the team to advance and achieve their goals and objectives. This strategic business role will report to our SVP of Distribution and will positively impact business operations by creating a competitive advantage and improve financial performance.A day in the office looks like this: Planning, performing and implementing process improvement initiativesDiagraming and evaluating existing processesOrganizing, leading and facilitating cross-functional project teams; developing metrics that provide data for process measurement, identifying indicators for future improvement opportunitiesCollecting and analyzing data to identify root cause of problems; measuring performance against process requirements; aligning improvement to performance shortfallsDelivering presentations and training courses including measurement, analysis, improvement and control; surveying and analyzing best practices for techniques and processes; communicating team progress; performing cost and benefit analysesLeading process improvement projects within the business unitsCollaborating with other Business Process teams to develop and execute process improvementQualificationsGot the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for:Six Sigma Black Belt Certification required2 years of Six Sigma Black Belt experience in process improvement at a distribution centerStrong financial acumen/experience in calculating cost benefit analysis and ROIExperience with cross-functional projects involving executive level members as well as support staff and distribution associate employeeData analysis and predictive modeling experience; ability to execute complex analysis and synthesize into a storyline to socialize, influence and drive action across the organizationAdvanced PC skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel (VLOOKUP, pivots, if-then statements, charts, graphs), Access (query, table comparison, building macros, building multiple links, creating dashboards), PowerPoint and Visio (development of process flows, map design layouts, value stream mapping)Self-motivated, organized and capable of proactively identifying, sourcing and handling multiple projects (3-5 projects at any one given time) to successful completionExcellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to promote trust and collaboration to build strong relationshipsAdditional InformationAnd here’s our end of the bargain! Salary: $145,000-$155,000 with an annual bonus of up to 20%Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bondingExcellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the restOn-site preschool for our employees’ childrenOn-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needsGenerous employee discountCasual dress…and we really mean itAt Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers Equal Employment Opportunity Policy People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.To learn about how we collect and use Applicant information, please visit our Employee/Applicant Privacy Policy.
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Research Assistant
- Headlands Research
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Hills, CA
FULL_TIME
- Overview Peninsula Research Associates (PRA) is a trailblazer in advancing medical treatments through innovative techniques and groundbreaking research. With significant study results in allergy, asth...
- 26 Days Ago
Mobile Research Nurse
- EmVenio Research
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Long Beach, CA
PART_TIME
- ABOUT EMVENIO RESEARCH:EmVenio Research delivers localized trial access to diverse and underserved communities. We empower patients and embrace communities on their terms. Our research solutions culti...
- 9 Days Ago
PC Network Support Technician
- 24-Hour HR Process Outsourcing, Inc.
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Redondo, CA
FULL_TIME
- Company DescriptionEstablished in 2008, 24HRPO has been providing world class offshore recruitment and back office human resource services to our clients in the US predominantly in the IT and Healthca...
- 1 Month Ago
Business Application Programmer
- 24-Hour HR Process Outsourcing, Inc.
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Redondo, CA
FULL_TIME
- Company DescriptionEstablished in 2008, 24HRPO has been providing world class offshore recruitment and back office human resource services to our clients in the US predominantly in the IT and Healthca...
- 1 Month Ago
Front Desk Receptionist
- Headlands Research
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Hills, CA
FULL_TIME
- Overview Peninsula Research Associates (PRA) is a trailblazer in advancing medical treatments through innovative techniques and groundbreaking research. With significant study results in allergy, asth...
- 22 Days Ago
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Director of Research Development
- Kalon Executive Search for Health and Wellness
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Los Angeles, CA
- Our client, a pioneer in hair wellness is seeking a Director of Research, Development, and Formulation. This company has...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Research Director
- Insight Global
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Los Angeles, CA
- A Higher Education institution is looking for a Research Project Director to support a state-funded health program evalu...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Hospital Director, Clinical Research Informatics
- Prosum
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Los Angeles, CA
- Director, Clinical Research Informatics Looking for candidates with extensive experience leading in a health information...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Regulatory Affair Project Manager (Remote)
- UCLA Health
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Los Angeles, CA
- General Information Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Work Location: Los Angeles, USA Onsite or Rem...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director of Research Development
- Kalon Executive Search For Health And Wellness
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Los Angeles, CA
- Our client, a pioneer in hair wellness is seeking a Director of Research, Development, and Formulation. This company has...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Hospital Director, Clinical Research Informatics
- Prosum
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Los Angeles, CA
- Director, Clinical Research Informatics Looking for candidates with extensive experience leading in a health information...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director of Research Development
- RCMA Makeup
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Simi Valley, CA
- Company Overview We are a small family run professional makeup company that has been in business for 60 years. Founded b...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
Executive Director, Observational Research - Obesity
- Amgen Inc.
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Thousand Oaks, CA
- JOB ID: R-185222 LOCATION: US - California - Thousand Oaks WORK LOCATION TYPE: Remote DATE POSTED: Mar. 22, 2024 CATEGOR...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Torrance, California
Torrance is a coastal community in southwestern Los Angeles County sharing the climate and geographical features common to the Greater Los Angeles area. Its boundaries are: Redondo Beach Boulevard and the cities of Lawndale and Gardena to the north; Western Avenue and the Harbor Gateway neighborhood of Los Angeles to the east; the Palos Verdes Hills with the cities of Lomita, Rolling Hills Estates and Palos Verdes Estates on the south; and the Pacific Ocean and city of Redondo Beach to the west.
It is about 20 miles (32 km) southwest of Downtown Los Angeles.
Torrance Beach lies between Redondo...
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Income Estimation for Process Research Director jobs
$196,157 to $284,527
Torrance, California area prices
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What does a Process Research Director do?
Process Research Director in Birmingham, AL
In many ways, research starts with a problem that management is facing.
December 24, 2019
Process Research Director in Binghamton, NY
Our primary research team communicates directly with people involved in deals to validate information and gather hard-to-find details.
January 21, 2020
Process Research Director in Bergenfield, NJ
The chart shown in Figure well illustrates a research process.
January 01, 2020