Commercial Vehicle

Operational Excellence Lead

Commercial Vehicle • $80K — $95K *
Dublin, VA 24084In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field; Master's preferred.
  • 3+ years in operational excellence or Lean manufacturing roles in a plant environment.
  • Experience leading teams of hourly and salaried employees.
  • Lean Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt) desirable.
  • Expertise in Lean tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the deployment of Lean/Operational Excellence strategies across the plant.
  • Ensure plant processes align with corporate goals for operational excellence.
  • Champion Lean principles like Waste Reduction and Six Sigma.
  • Conduct workshops and training to build Lean capabilities in teams.
  • Identify and prioritize improvement opportunities using data analysis.
  • Schedule and execute Kaizen Events, teaching the setup and follow-up process.
  • Develop KPIs to monitor progress against strategic goals.

Benefits

  • Promote a safe working environment through Lean practices.
  • Engage with leadership to foster a culture of innovation.
  • Present performance updates and improvement outcomes to stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
  • Collaborate with engineering, finance, production, and quality teams to deliver integrated solutions.
Full Job Description
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The Operational Excellence Lead will lead the successful implementation of operational strategies to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and promote a culture of continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment. This role requires a hands-on leader with expertise in Lean methodologies, Continuous Improvement Programs, change management, and cross-functional collaboration to align plant operations with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy Implementation:
  • Lead the deployment of Lean/Operational Excellence strategies across the plant.
  • Ensure alignment of plant processes with corporate goals for operational excellence and Lean manufacturing.

Lean Methodology Deployment:
  • Champion Lean principles such as Waste Reduction, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kaizen, TPM, and Six Sigma.
  • Conduct workshops, training, and mentoring to develop Lean capabilities among plant teams.

Continuous Improvement Initiatives:
  • Identify and prioritize improvement opportunities through data analysis and process evaluations.
  • Schedule and execute Kaizen Events. Teach and Coach on how to set up, execute, and follow-up Kaizen events.
  • Drive initiatives that eliminate waste, improve quality, and optimize costs.

Change Management:
  • Engage with plant leadership and staff to foster a culture of innovation and adaptability.
  • Manage resistance to change by demonstrating the value of new practices and processes.

Performance Monitoring:
  • Develop KPIs to track progress against strategic goals and Lean initiatives.
  • Present performance updates and improvement outcomes to stakeholders.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Partner with engineering, finance, production, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure integrated solutions.
  • Act as a liaison between corporate and plant-level teams to translate strategic objectives into actionable plans.

Compliance and Safety:
  • Ensure all process changes comply with regulatory and safety standards.
  • Promote a safe working environment through Lean practices.

Qualifications:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field (Master's preferred).
  • Experience: 3+ years in operational excellence, Lean manufacturing, or similar roles within a plant environment. Experience leading teams of hourly and salaried employees.
  • Certifications: Lean Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt) is highly desirable.
  • Skills:
    • Expertise in Lean tools and methodologies.
    • Ability to be hands-on in teaching Lean methodologies.
    • Strong project management and organizational skills.
    • Proficiency in data analysis and process optimization.
    • Exceptional communication, coaching, and leadership abilities.
    • Ability to influence and drive change at all organizational levels.


Competencies:
  • Problem-solving mindset with a focus on results.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to inspire collaboration.
  • Culture transformation mindset with an effective change management approach
  • Resilient under pressure and adaptable to evolving priorities.


About Commercial Vehicle

Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. is a supplier of a full range of cab-related products and systems for the global commercial vehicle market, including the medium-and heavy-duty truck market, the medium-and heavy-construction vehicle market, and the military, bus, agriculture, specialty transportation, mining, industrial equipment and off-road recreational markets. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in New Albany, Ohio. Commercial Vehicle Group has a global footprint with operations in North America, Europe and Asia, and has a diverse customer base that includes leading OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. Commercial Vehicle Group is a publicly traded company, listed on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol CVGI.
Learn more about Commercial Vehicle
Size
7,300 employees
Market Cap
$224.1 million
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$37 million
Founded
2000
5 Year Trend
+8%
Revenue
$717.6 million
NASDAQ
CVGI
* Ladders Estimates

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