Lean Practitioner - Manufacturing

Amrize

$80K — $105K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Operations, Business, or related field
  • 5 years of experience in Lean deployment or process improvement roles
  • Proven track record in leading Lean transformations
  • Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent certification preferred
  • Strong understanding of Lean principles and methodologies
  • Excellent facilitation and communication skills across all organizational levels

Responsibilities

  • Lead Lean transformation initiatives that align with business objectives
  • Coach leaders and teams in Lean principles and tools
  • Facilitate cross-functional improvement events for loss elimination
  • Measure performance improvements across multiple business objectives
  • Promote and enforce standard work practices and operational discipline
  • Advocate for health, safety, and environmental policy adherence

Benefits

  • 401(K) Pre-Tax and/or Roth After-Tax Savings
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Medical, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance
  • Holistic Health & Well-Being Programs
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave (Maternity & Paternity)
Full Job Description
We're seeking a Lean Practitioner who's ready to be part of our mission to manufacture and deliver innovative, performance-driven building products with unmatched service and integrity. Our focus is creating longer-lasting, environmentally responsible roofing solutions that can withstand all weather conditions.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Lean Practitioner leads enterprise-level Lean transformation initiatives to drive operational excellence, eliminate waste, and improve quality, delivery, and cost performance. This role serves as a subject-matter expert, coach, and change leader, enabling teams to adopt Lean thinking and sustainable continuous improvement practices across the organization.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH
  • Lead Lean Transformation: Develop and execute Lean strategies using our BEOS that align with business objectives and work cross-functionally to deliver measurable improvements in efficiency, productivity, cost, and customer satisfaction.
  • Coach and Mentor: Guide leaders, managers, and frontline teams in applying Lean principles, tools, and behaviors (e.g., value stream mapping, 5S, Kaizen, problem-solving, standard work, visual management).
  • Facilitate Continuous Improvement: Lead cross-functional improvement events focused on root cause identification and loss/waste elimination while implementing sustainable solutions.
  • Performance Measurement: Deliver measurable improvement for business objectives such as safety, quality, lead time, OEE, cost, productivity, OTIF, and engagement.
  • Standardization: Promote standard work practices, process stability, and operational discipline throughout the organization.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving, and adhering to health, safety, and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.


WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Education: Bachelor's degree

Field of Study Preferred: Engineering, Quality, Operations, Business, or a related field is required.

Required Work Experience: 5 years of experience in Lean deployment, operations excellence, quality, or process improvement roles supporting manufacturing or operations.

Travel Requirements: N/A

Additional Requirements:
  • Proven record of leading successful Lean transformations or large-scale improvement initiatives.
  • ASQ, PMP, or other certifications preferred.
  • Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent certification strongly preferred. Formal training in Lean methodologies (Toyota Production System, Shingo, etc.).
  • A strong understanding and practice of Lean principles, systems, and behaviors.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and excellent facilitation, communication, and coaching abilities for all levels of the organization.
  • Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize-approved Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), including but not limited to respirators. Employees who are required to wear respirators must be clean-shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.


WHAT WE OFFER
  • Competitive Salary: $80,000 - 105,000
  • Retirement Savings: Choose From 401(K) Pre-Tax and/or Roth After-Tax Savings
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Medical, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance
  • Holistic Health & Well-Being Programs
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) For Health and Dependent Care
  • Vision and Other Voluntary Benefits and Discounts
  • Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave (Maternity & Paternity)


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