Senior Technical Program Manager, Operational Excellence

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, operational excellence, industrial engineering, management consulting, program management, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional process improvement, business transformation, or operational excellence initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and methodologies, including Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Kaizen, Standard Work, 5S, and structured problem-solving techniques.
• Proven analytical and project management skills, with the ability to use data to identify opportunities, drive decisions, and measure business impact.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence teams and leaders across multiple functions and organizational levels.

Additional Information

Zoox is seeking a highly motivated Technical Program Manager (TPM), Operational Excellence to drive manufacturing process maturity, operational performance, and continuous improvement initiatives across Manufacturing Operations. This role will partner closely with Manufacturing, Logistics, Quality, Safety, Training, Facilities, and Engineering teams to identify improvement opportunities, implement scalable solutions, and strengthen the Zoox Production System (ZPS). As Zoox scales from low-volume production to high-rate manufacturing, this role will help establish the systems, processes, metrics, and governance necessary to achieve predictable, safe, and efficient operations. The ideal candidate combines strong program management capabilities with expertise in lean manufacturing, business process optimization, data-driven decision making, and change management. This position is based onsite at our Clawiter factory. About Zoox Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We're looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team. Follow us on LinkedIn Accommodations If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com or your assigned recruiter. A Final Note: You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

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