Full-Time
Lean Six Sigma Manager
Posted on 9/11/2025
Jabil
10,001+ employees
Global contract manufacturer of electronics components
No salary listed
Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship
Kannapolis, NC, USA
In Person
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- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
- Minimum five years of experience working in operations or supply chain management
- Experience managing large scale organizational transformation initiatives
- Strong knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles and practices
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Manage the deployment of Lean Six Sigma programs across multiple sites globally
- Develop and implement new methodologies and tools to support continuous improvement initiatives
- Provide guidance on process design/improvement opportunities as well as mentorship to junior members of the team
- Support project teams in their efforts to identify waste reduction opportunities through lean manufacturing techniques such as value stream mapping, root cause analysis (RCA), Kaizen events, etc.
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of Lean Six Sigma projects
- Conduct regular reviews of progress against project goals
- Identify areas for further optimization based on lessons learned from previous deployments
- Work closely with senior leadership to drive culture change related to continuous improvement practices
Jabil is a global manufacturing solutions partner that designs, manufactures, and assembles components for major technology brands. It offers end-to-end services from product design and engineering through to production, supply chain management, and after-market support. Its products are produced through large-scale, high-volume automated assembly in a global network of factories, enabling efficient production for global customers. The company differentiates itself through its integrated, turnkey approach, extensive global footprint, and history of scaling with major brands by handling the full lifecycle of manufacturing projects. Jabil’s goal is to help technology companies bring products to market efficiently by providing comprehensive manufacturing solutions, from design to production, across worldwide facilities.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Saint Petersburg, Florida
Founded
1966
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Jabil forecasts $13.1B AI revenue in 2026, expanding North Carolina and Tennessee facilities.
- Partnerships with Sivers, Intel, UMC deliver 1.6T LRO and 800G photonics for AI data centers.
- Healthcare collaboration with HSE-AG on April 5, 2026, accelerates diagnostic instrument production.
What critics are saying
- Foxconn captures Jabil's AI data center share by manufacturing 1.6T transceivers directly in 12-24 months.
- UMC-HyperLight commoditizes TFLN photonics, slashing Jabil's AI module margins in 6-12 months.
- US tariffs raise Jabil's Asia assembly costs 15-20%, losing contracts to Flex in 3-6 months.
What makes Jabil unique
- Jabil integrates engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain for 330 top brands across 100 sites.
- Jabil pioneered SMT automation in 1979 and TAB processes by late 1980s for high-volume production.
- Jabil limits no single product to over 5% of operating income for diversified revenue stability.
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Company News
Jabil Inc., a major contract manufacturing firm producing injector pens for weight loss drugs, has seen shares rise 91% over the past year and 47% since Jim Cramer endorsed the company in June. Year to date, the stock is up 8.6%. The company's fiscal fourth quarter revenue of $8.3 billion beat analyst estimates, with healthcare revenue growing 4%. However, shares fell 6.7% on 25 September as weaknesses in other business segments offset gains in AI operations. Cramer praised Jabil in June, calling it "terrific" and noting its relatively low price-to-earnings ratio of 22 times earnings. He highlighted the company's ability to navigate tariff challenges. The firm is a key player in the weight loss drug industry through its manufacturing of drug delivery devices.
Tampa Bay Tech Week 2026: what local businesses should know about the AI boom. By Alain Vartanian Tampa Bay Tech Week hits April 8-10. With Jabil raising its AI forecast to $13.1B and local AI startups winning grants, here's what the growing tech scene means for your business. Tampa Bay Tech Week runs April 8-10, 2026 and highlights the region's growing tech ecosystem. Jabil raised its 2026 AI revenue forecast to $13.1 billion, local AI startups are winning cybersecurity grants, and Tampa's latest unicorn MGT is making strategic AI investments. If you think Tampa Bay is just beaches and strip malls, you haven't been paying attention. Tampa Bay Tech Week kicks off April 8-10, and the timing couldn't be better. The region's tech scene is having a moment, and it's not just hype. Tampa Bay's AI moment. The numbers are real: * Jabil, headquartered in St. Petersburg, just raised its 2026 AI revenue forecast to $13.1 billion - expanding facilities in North Carolina and Tennessee to meet demand * A Tampa AI startup won a Bellini Capital-backed cybersecurity grant at the CyberBay Summit this month * MGT, Tampa's latest unicorn, is making strategic AI investments with a minority stake in a Boston AI company as part of a public sector tech push * Pasco County continues to be one of the fastest-growing counties in Florida, with new businesses registering every month This isn't happening in a vacuum. Goldman Sachs recently reported that 76% of small businesses are using AI - but only 14% have actually integrated it into their operations. The gap between "trying AI" and "using AI to grow" is where the opportunity is. What this means for local businesses. You don't need to be a tech company to benefit from what's happening. Here's the practical takeaway: AI tools are getting cheaper and better. When companies like Jabil pour billions into AI infrastructure, the tools built on that infrastructure get better and cheaper for everyone. The AI receptionist that cost $2,000/month two years ago now costs $499. The automation that required a developer now works out of the box. Local support is available. Two years ago, if you wanted AI consulting, you were calling firms in San Francisco or New York. Now there are local firms right here in Tampa Bay that can assess your business, build automation, and provide ongoing support without the big-city price tag. Your competitors are already moving. This is the part that matters most. If you're a law firm, medical practice, or service business in Tampa Bay and you haven't started automating, your competitors likely have. The businesses that adopt AI now will have a 2-3 year head start that's nearly impossible to close. How to take advantage. 1. Attend Tech Week (April 8-10) Even if you're not a tech person, the events are designed for business owners. You'll see what's available, meet providers, and get a feel for what's coming. 2. Get an AI Assessment Before you buy any tools, understand where AI actually makes sense for your business. Not everything needs AI. A good AI consultant will tell you where the ROI is - and where it isn't. 3. Start With One Workflow Don't try to automate everything at once. Pick your biggest time drain - lead follow-up, appointment scheduling, invoicing, whatever keeps you up at night - and automate that first. Prove the ROI, then expand. 4. Talk to Local Providers The advantage of working with someone local is responsiveness and understanding. A firm based in Wesley Chapel understands the Tampa Bay market, knows the compliance requirements for Florida businesses, and can meet you face-to-face when needed. The window is open. Tampa Bay's tech ecosystem is growing fast. The businesses that plug into it now - even in small ways - are the ones that will benefit most as the region continues to attract talent, investment, and innovation. The businesses that wait will wonder why their competitors seem to be operating at twice the speed. Want to know where AI fits in your business? Book a free discovery call and fltechadventures'll map it out together. Tech Adventures is an AI consulting and business automation firm based in Wesley Chapel, FL. fltechadventures help businesses across Tampa Bay adopt AI and automation with practical, HIPAA-compliant solutions. Frequently asked questions. What is Tampa Bay Tech Week 2026? Is Tampa Bay becoming a tech hub? How can small businesses benefit from Tampa Bay's tech growth? Ready to automate your business? Book a free workflow audit and discover which processes you should automate first.
Jabil has announced a $1.1 million donation over three years to St Petersburg College to support advanced manufacturing training programmes. The funding will expand student access to technology and lab equipment, provide scholarships for soldering and mechatronics certifications, and enhance workforce readiness programmes. Jabil engineers will collaborate with college faculty to develop curriculum for roles such as solderers and robotics technicians, which are critical to producing technologies from automation to renewable energy solutions. The initiative aims to build a pipeline of skilled workers for manufacturers in the Tampa Bay region. Jabil, founded in 1966, employs over 3,000 people across three local sites and its corporate headquarters in the Tampa Bay area. The company operates over 100 sites worldwide, offering engineering, supply chain and manufacturing solutions.
United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) teams with HyperLight, Jabil to accelerate TFLN photonics for hyperscale AI. Published on March 20, 2026 at 9:39 pm by laiba immad in news. United Microelectronics Corporation (NYSE:UMC) is one of the best Robinhood stocks on this list. TheFly reported on March 13 that UMC, together with its subsidiary Wavetek, announced a collaboration with HyperLight and Jabil Inc. The partnership aims to speed up the implementation of thin-film lithium niobate photonics for hyperscale AI data center interconnects. It combines HyperLight's photonic technology, UMC and Wavetek's foundry manufacturing capabilities, and Jabil's high-volume production and assembly expertise to enable next-generation optical modules at data-center scale. HyperLight and Jabil have already been working to integrate TFLN-based photonic devices into advanced optical transceiver platforms, supporting broader deployment across hyperscale AI infrastructure. In a similar vein, Adeia Inc. announced earlier on March 11 that it has expanded and extended its intellectual property licensing agreement with United Microelectronics Corporation (NYSE:UMC), providing ongoing access to Adeia's semiconductor technologies, such as hybrid bonding, and supporting upcoming advanced packaging and 3D integration. More flexibility for chiplet architectures in AI, networking, and automotive applications is made possible by the partnership, according to UMC. The advances in hybrid bonding, interconnects, and semiconductor processes offered by Adeia's portfolio improve next-generation devices' efficiency, bandwidth, and dependability. The revised agreement reaffirms both companies' dedication to the global advancement of high-density semiconductor designs, AI accelerators, and high-performance computing. United Microelectronics Corporation (NYSE:UMC) is a Taiwanese semiconductor foundry that manufactures integrated circuit wafers and provides backend design and support services for technology markets worldwide, serving fabless and device makers across communications, automotive, IoT, and computing sectors. While we acknowledge the risk and potential of UMC as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and doing so within a shorter time frame. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than UMC and that has 10,000% upside potential, check out our report about this cheapest AI stock.
REDI Cincinnati announces James A. Wuenker Growth Award winners. Posted By: Jay on March 20, 2026 CINCINNATI - REDI Cincinnati presented five local companies with James A. Wuenker Growth Awards at its 12th Annual Meeting on Thursday, March 19: Jabil, SencorpWhite, The Hillman Group, StandardAero and Cencora. Named in honor of renowned economic developer James A. Wuenker, who helped shape the future of the Cincinnati region through his efforts, the Growth Awards are annually conferred to companies whose projects announced in the previous year significantly enhanced the economic strength of the Cincinnati region. "This year's five Growth Awards winners represent more than 1,500 new jobs and over $300 million in capital investment, showcasing real and tangible impact across our region," said Kimm Lauterbach, president and CEO of REDI Cincinnati. "Jabil, SencorpWhite, The Hillman Group, StandardAero and Cencora have made intentional investments that underscore the continued economic momentum of the Cincinnati region. These projects demonstrate the confidence these companies have in our market and further reinforce our region's reputation as a top destination for companies looking to locate and grow." James A. Wuenker Growth Award Winner: Jabil Jabil, a manufacturing solutions provider delivering comprehensive design, manufacturing, supply chain and product management services across a wide array of industries, including automotive, transportation, defense, aerospace and more, announced plans for an expansion at its location in Boone County, KY. The company employs more than 140,000 people in 25 countries across the globe. "We are honored to be recognized by REDI Cincinnati," said John Kraus, vice president of operations. "This acknowledgment reflects the dedication of our team and Jabil's ongoing commitment to supporting growth and opportunity across the Cincinnati region." James A. Wuenker Growth Award Winner: SencorpWhite SencorpWhite, a leading provider of end-to-end automated storage solutions for the medical, retail and manufacturing industries, selected Hamilton, Ohio, as its new U.S. headquarters. The region's central location was a key factor in SencorpWhite's site selection, reduced shipping times, lower transportation costs and improved supply chain responsiveness. The company also pointed to Ohio's strong manufacturing base and deep engineering talent, particularly in automation, machinery and industrial technologies. "Being able to build a foundation in Ohio enriches our ability to serve our customers and it's been an honor to work with Jobs Ohio, the City of Hamilton and REDI Cincinnati to achieve our goal," said Corey Calla, CEO of SencorpWhite. "This award is another milestone that is setting the momentum for us in our new home. Thank you." James A. Wuenker Growth Award Winner: The Hillman Group Led by Hillman, the former site, represents an extraordinary turning point, calling for the construction of a new 715,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility on a portion of the property. The new facility, designed to support modern logistics, will allow The Hillman Group, Inc. to consolidate several local facilities into a single, purpose-built building. "We are grateful to be recognized with the James A. Wuenker Growth Award and appreciate REDI Cincinnati's partnership throughout this project," said Rocky Kraft, The Hillman Group's Chief Financial Officer. "Investing in Forest Park reflects our long-standing commitment to the Cincinnati region and our focus on building a modern, collaborative environment that supports our team and positions Hillman for continued growth." James A. Wuenker Growth Award Winner: StandardAero StandardAero announced a major expansion in 2025, adding approximately 120,000 square feet to its Sharonville operations, expanding to nearly 11 acres. This project will create approximately 300 new high-skill jobs, bringing their total Sharonville payroll more than 1,000 employees. "We are happy to receive this recognition on behalf of our longtime StandardAero Cincinnati employees," said Lytia Watson, vice president of human resources at StandardAero. "Their effort, dedication and technical mastery have earned the trust of our valued customers and facilitated our continued growth. We are especially appreciative of those who observed our work and nominated us for this distinction. We are extremely fortunate to have the support of REDI Cincinnati, the City of Sharonville and JobsOhio. Teamwork really does make the dream work!" James A. Wuenker Growth Award Winner: Cencora Cencora, formerly AmerisourceBergen Corp., plans to open a second national distribution center, which is expected to be fully operational by spring 2027. The 530,000-square-foot facility will significantly increase Cencora's storage capacity and throughput, enhancing its ability to meet growing customer demand. The facility will feature advanced automation technology, including robotic handling systems, artificial intelligence and autonomous mobile robots, increasing the efficiency and reliability of supply chain processes. "We're grateful for the partnership with the City of Harrison, REDI Cincinnati and JobsOhio as we expand our presence in the region," said Heather Zenk, President, US Supply Chain, Cencora. "Receiving the James A. Wuenker Growth Award reflects the commitment our teams bring every day to supporting the patients, providers and partners who rely on us. We truly believe all healthcare is local and look forward to building on our longstanding history in the community." REDI Cincinnati's 12th Annual Meeting was co-presented by Delta Dental of Ohio and Paycor, a Paychex company. About REDI Cincinnati The Regional Economic Development Initiative (REDI) Cincinnati is the first point-of-contact for companies locating or growing in the 15-county region at the heart of southwest Ohio, northern Kentucky, and southeast Indiana. REDI Cincinnati is supported by top business leaders and community partners and staffed by a team of economic development experts who are uniting the Cincinnati region to compete globally. The future is bright, and REDI Cincinnati is building it, right now. Join REDI Cincinnati at REDICincinnati.com. Point of contact. Jay brock. Senior Manager, Strategic Communications