Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong Lean manufacturing expertise with coaching and strategy deployment proficiency.
• Track record of leading Continuous Improvement (CI) projects and Lean transformations successfully.
• Formal Lean training/certification (Lean Engineer, Black Belt, or equivalent) is required.
• Experience driving organizational change through Lean initiatives, demonstrating increasing responsibility in roles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Drive a culture of Lean and continuous improvement throughout the facility.
• Lead planning, training, and value-stream projects to increase productivity and minimize waste.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify improvement opportunities and measure cost savings.
• Conduct Kaizen events and coach teams in Lean principles and standardized work processes.
• Develop and monitor KPIs related to overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), quality, waste reduction, safety, and operating costs.
• Manage all safety programs to foster a positive safety culture.
• Conduct OSHA and chemical-safety training, maintaining relevant documentation and compliance.
• Oversee preventative maintenance schedules and monitor equipment history for compliance and performance.
• Plan and supervise maintenance projects, budgets, and resource allocation.

Benefits

• Comprehensive safety training and development programs.
• Opportunities for further professional development in Lean manufacturing and management.
• Culture of continuous improvement and employee empowerment.
• Engagement with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence.
• Collaboration with leadership on impactful projects and initiatives.