Continuous Improvement Leader

At a glance

Location: DeSoto, TX

Employment type: Full-Time

Work type: On-Site

Industry: Logistics

Compensation: $100,000 – $105,000

Status: open.

About the role

PeopleSource Solutions is recruiting a senior-level Continuous Improvement Leader for a full-time, on-site opportunity at a major Distribution Center in DeSoto, TX. In this role, you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of a structured Operating System that drives Lean, Six Sigma, Quality, and Process Management initiatives across the facility. You will serve as the primary change agent within the network, deploying operational excellence practices with minimal supervision and championing data-driven improvement at all levels of the organization.

Key responsibilities

You will support and enable Operating System deployment at the assigned site, serving as a project champion advisor for project selection, prioritization, and completion. You will facilitate and coach training at the site level, provide ongoing education in data-driven business improvement philosophies, and manage KOS deployment on a continuing basis. You will coach and mentor leaders and associates on standard work, quality management systems, Lean philosophies, Six Sigma, financial management, and effective training. You will perform process mapping, value stream mapping, process design, methods development, ROI analysis, and performance standards development. Additionally, you will calculate financial costs and benefits tied to process changes, present data to internal and external customers, and partner with network leaders to complete maturity assessments and phase gate reviews.

Required skills

The ideal candidate holds a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification at minimum, with Black Belt or Master Black Belt strongly preferred. You will bring 6 to 8 years of relevant continuous improvement, Lean, or Six Sigma experience along with a Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Technical competencies must include Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Process Management, ISO Standards, Change Management, and advanced statistical techniques. Proficiency with statistical software such as Minitab and competence in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint are required. You must demonstrate the ability to quantify impact to process metrics and financials and communicate effectively before groups of customers and employees.

Experience required

6-8 years of relevant continuous improvement, Lean, or Six Sigma experience. Bachelor's Degree in related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt minimum; Black Belt or Master Black Belt preferred.

Preferred qualifications

Candidates holding a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification are strongly preferred and will be given priority consideration. Experience coaching and mentoring at the site and functional levels in on-the-job application of new skills is considered a critical differentiator. Familiarity with material handling equipment and experience operating across multiple functional areas within a distribution or logistics environment will strengthen your candidacy.

Compensation and benefits

PeopleSource Solutions places candidates with organizations that offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages designed to attract and retain top talent. You can expect access to health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings options, and paid time off. Our client partners are committed to employee development and provide resources that support both your professional and personal well-being.

About the location

DeSoto, TX is a growing city located in the southern Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, offering convenient access to major highways and a strong logistics and distribution infrastructure. The area provides a lower cost of living compared to many major metropolitan markets while keeping you close to the amenities and opportunities of the greater DFW region. This on-site role places you at the center of a thriving supply chain corridor with excellent community resources nearby.

Career opportunities

This senior-level role offers a clear pathway for continued advancement within a structured continuous improvement discipline, including progression toward broader network leadership or Master Black Belt-level responsibilities. You will build cross-functional relationships across the organization and gain visibility with both site and network leadership teams. PeopleSource Solutions consistently connects driven professionals with organizations that invest in long-term career development and internal mobility.

How to apply

Apply through https://www.peoplesource.org/job-board/continuous-improvement-leader-desoto, or contact PeopleSource Solutions on 678-428-2789 or chris@peoplesource.org.