Manager Lean Six Sigma Program

In this role you will Lead and facilitate the successful implementation of Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement (CI) strategies and initiatives with sustaining impact to drive business performance across the enterprise. This role is responsible for the creation and implementation of Lean Manufacturing strategy department org structure Lean Manufacturing training implementation plans and transformational process improvements across multiple sites and functions focusing on safety quality delivery cost innovation and growth.

The Lean Manufacturing Program Manager will lead Lean Manufacturing principles training 5S Kaizen Value Stream Mapping Standard Work Quick Changeover Six Sigma etc. and drive process improvement results in automation and assembly creating efficiencies. This role will demonstrate effective leadership by driving strong engagement positive employee relations integrity talent development accountability and driving quality safety and ergonomics without boundaries across the company.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and execute a global Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma program to include but not limited to strategy roadmap training and implementation plan.
• Create and manage proposals for Lean implementation across Click Bond sites.
• Define and manage Lean Practitioner/Specialist/Trainer Certification and Six Sigma training programs.
• Develop and implement a Corporate Lean Index and other appropriate KPIs.
• Lead and direct the Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma and Continuous improvement teams.
• Set up and manage a support structure of the program and department assigned.
• Ensure Lean Managers Lean Specialist and all Practitioners are established and implementing Lean principles effectively.
• Develop conduct and coordinate Lean Business Process Reengineering (BPR) Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma training.
• Lead training sessions on Lean Manufacturing 5S Kaizen Value Stream Mapping DMAIC etc..
• Provide internal coaching to site leadership teams on CI system implementation.
• Work with various company functions (Manufacturing Quality Finance IT Sales Engineering Maintenance Procurement etc. to improve processes through value stream mapping and goal setting.
• Partner with manufacturing management and manufacturing engineering in creating the necessary BPR and Lean implementations.
• Lead Kaizen events to drive productivity quality and cost reductions.
• Develop best practices and associated training for regions and sites.
• Explore new metrics to monitor progress in quality velocity and cost reductions.
• Monitor and continuously improve Lean initiatives related to productivity and quality.
• Analyze data develop action plans and communicate progress across the organization.
• Report Global Lean Sigma Program status to the executive team.
• Develop and deploy metrics for monitoring progress including overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and cost reduction opportunities.
• Provide leadership and expertise in problemsolving and performance improvement.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Develop new processes and programs to address gaps and improve performance.
• Advise management on Lean project selection integration of resources and prioritization.
• Confers with executives and management to implement plans and recommendations.
• Identify and establish relationships with leading Lean companies and Consultants.
• Maintain proficiency in the latest Lean approaches through networking and participation in Lean conferences and organizations.
• Report immediately all suspicious and hazardous conditions to a supervisor.
• Understand and observe all safety guidelines and assure quality and safety by complying with all appropriate Click Bond policies and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining clean orderly and hazardfree work areas.
• Able to work with minimal supervision be a selfstarter and be detail oriented.
• Other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Deep and demonstrated knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma and Industrial Engineering principles.
• Knowledge of quality systems; preferred certifications such as Certified Quality Engineer.
• Certified in Lean manufacturing.
• Proficient in change management project management and financial tools.
• Advanced skills in financial analysis and statistical control tools.
• Ability to read interpret and write documents effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to write and read English.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors degree in industrial engineering manufacturing engineering operations research or a related discipline; equivalent years of experience can be considered in lieu of a college degree.
• MS in Engineering or MBA preferred.
• 10 years of workrelated experience in manufacturing manufacturing management engineering management or project management.
• 5 years of experience in leading Lean manufacturing/Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement teams programs projects and initiatives.
• Experience leading CI initiatives and mentoring individuals and/or project managers preferably in a manufacturing environment with Stamping CNC Automation Injection Molding Composites Paint and Assembly operations.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Lean Master/Specialist Certification required.
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification required by recognized organizations (e.g. ASQ SME). Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing hiring and training employees; planning assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and coaching employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The work is primarily sedentary although there may be some walking standing bending and carrying of items such as paper or books weighing less than 10 pounds.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Use of hand/fingers continuously through shift to manipulate components tools etc.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to focus.
• Regularly required to sit or stand for the length of shift bend and reach.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work primarily performed in a standard office environment. If in manufacturing areas may be exposed to noise smells heat dust etc. Work requires the observance of fire regulations and safe work practices.

CLICK BOND WAY KEY ATTRIBUTES:

• Communicates respectfully to all team members vendors and visitors.
• Models a positive attitude.
• Actively listens to others and supports the team environment.
• Asks questions and learns from mistakes.
• Executes tasks with minimal errors in a timely and efficient manner.
• Attendance is consistent and meets or exceeds company standards.

Click Bond is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status or genetic information or any other protected classification.

Click Bond complies with federal and state disability laws. Click Bond will provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed please contact Nancy Rodriguez Director People Operations at 775.885.8000 ext. 1245 or email: