Jeff Rainwater
About Jeff Rainwater
Jeff Rainwater serves as the Sr. Director of Continuous Improvement at US Foods, a position he has held since 2019. With extensive experience in operations and process improvement, he has previously worked at Toyota Motor Corporation and Nielsen Marketing ROI.
Work at US Foods
Jeff Rainwater has held multiple roles at US Foods since 2012. He currently serves as the Sr. Director of Continuous Improvement, a position he has held since 2019. Prior to this role, he worked as the Director of Continuous Improvement for seven years, starting in 2017. In addition to these positions, he has also contributed as a Blackbelt and Continuous Improvement Leader. His tenure at US Foods has been marked by a focus on enhancing operational efficiency and implementing continuous improvement strategies.
Experience at Toyota Motor Corporation
Jeff Rainwater began his career at Toyota Motor Corporation, where he held several positions from 1992 to 2001. He started as a Warehouse Team Member and progressed to a Management Trainee role. He then served as a Sr. Operations Supervisor and later as a Process Improvement Administrator. His experience at Toyota included a focus on operational management and process improvement, which laid the foundation for his future roles in continuous improvement.
Previous Roles in Continuous Improvement
Before joining US Foods, Jeff Rainwater worked at Nielsen Marketing ROI as a Blackbelt and Continuous Improvement Leader from 2008 to 2012. He also served as Broker/Owner at RE/MAX from 2002 to 2008. These roles contributed to his expertise in continuous improvement methodologies and operational leadership, enhancing his skills in driving efficiency and effectiveness in various organizational contexts.
Education and Expertise
Jeff Rainwater studied at the University of Arizona Global Campus. His educational background, combined with his extensive professional experience, has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary for his roles in continuous improvement and operational management. His expertise includes process optimization and leadership in diverse work environments.