Sr. Manager, Operational Excellence

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility

At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.

We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.

Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

The Sr. Manager, Operational Excellence will report to the Director of Operations and will be responsible for leading the strategic deployment of Lucid Production System (LPS) principles across all manufacturing operations. This role will drive enterprise-level continuous improvement initiatives, oversee critical programs such as MRB governance, and lead cross-functional teams to achieve world-class performance in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. The Sr. Manager will act as a change agent, fostering a culture of Lean thinking and operational excellence throughout the organization. Continuous improvement initiatives, oversee critical programs such as MRB governance, and lead cross-functional teams to achieve world-class performance in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. The Sr. Manager will act as a change agent, fostering a culture of Lean thinking and operational excellence throughout the organization continuous improvement initiatives, oversee critical programs such as MRB governance, and lead cross-functional teams to achieve world-class performance.

You Will:

• Define and execute the Operational Excellence roadmap aligned with business objectives and factory performance targets

• Champion LPS principles across all operational areas, ensuring standardization, waste elimination, and continuous improvement at scale

• Own the Material Review Board process, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and deployment of waste reduction strategies with cross-functional teams

• Mentor and coach leaders and team members in Lean principles, problem-solving methodologies, and data-driven decision-making

• Establish and monitor layered audit systems, process reviews, and compliance checks to sustain improvements

• Utilize advanced data analysis to identify cost reduction and productivity improvement opportunities; implement KPI dashboards for real-time visibility

Kaizen & Gemba Leadership:

• Facilitate enterprise-level Kaizen events and lead Gemba walks to uncover systemic issues and drive impactful solutions

• Develop, implement, and maintain Lean tools and systems, including 6S, standard work, and visual management

• Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Operations to deliver projects that enhance safety, minimize production issues, and improve vehicle quality

You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred

• 12+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 5 years in leadership roles

• Proven track record in Lean transformation and Operational Excellence leadership

• Experience managing MRB processes and ERP systems (SAP preferred)

• Deep knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies (Black Belt preferred)

• Expertise in problem-solving tools (8D, A3, PDCA) and industrial engineering techniques (time studies, capacity analysis).8D, A3, PDCA) and industrial

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to influence at all organizational levels

• Skilled in change management and leading without authority

• Proficiency in data analytics and visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau)

• Demonstrated success in Kaizen facilitation and large-scale continuous improvement projects

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs. (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)

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