Lean Manufacturing Leader

Cookeville, TN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Role Summary

The Lean Lead will develop set and implement a transformational and continuous improvement strategy for our Cookeville facility which manufactures flowcontrol products. This role ensures consistent deployment of Lean methodology across the entire site including approximately 15 assembly lines in alignment with senior management KPIs best practices and HSE requirements. The Lean Lead will manage key improvement projects strengthen team engagement and build strong working relationships across all functions to advance operational performance.

Responsibilities

Create and implement bestpractice Lean vision strategy policies processes and procedures to improve operational performance.

Deploy core Lean tools with emphasis on value stream mapping standard work visual management and continuous/material flow.

Support and implement new business initiatives and evaluate their operational impact.

Develop and execute a robust continuous improvement strategy in partnership with crossfunctional teams.

Support the mission targets and longterm objectives of the company.

Track and report on production projects risks dependencies budgets resources issues milestones and required investments.

Define and implement actions needed to ensure successful project execution and conformity to standards.

Plan and conduct continuous Lean training and development for employees.

Identify business improvement opportunities across the plant.

Ensure all CI activities meet local and company HSE policies and regulatory requirements.

Build and strengthen a culture of engagement problemsolving and accountability.

Contribute to annual development plans organizational capability planning and succession planning.

Motivate coach and support teams toward operational success and sustained improvements.

Manage and influence budgets forecasts and costfollowup activities.

Anticipate and address obstacles that could impact targets or timelines.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support optimal performance.

Maintain an effective interface with all departmental staff across Engineering Operations Quality Supply Chain Maintenance EHS and other functions.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Strong handson experience with value stream mapping standard work visual management and continuous/material flow in a manufacturing environment.

Excellent leadership and teammanagement skills with the ability to lead and influence crossfunctional groups.

Excellent written verbal and presentation skills.

Strong organizational planning and followup abilities.

Competence in problem solving team building and decision making.

Commercial and financial awareness including experience managing budgets and forecasting.

Background in manufacturing or engineering environments including people management and project management.

Knowledge of ERP systems; SAP production modules preferred.

BS or BA degree in a relevant field and 810 years of related experience.

Preferred Experience / Skills

Proven success applying value stream mapping standard work visual management and continuous/material flow in a plant environment.

Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives or Lean transformations.

Strong ability to coach motivate and engage teams at all levels.

Ability to influence without authority and build strong crossfunctional relationships.

Experience identifying and sustaining improvements in safety quality delivery and cost.

Familiarity with highmix assembly environments or flowcontrol product manufacturing.

BenefitsStarting from Day 1

Medical Dental & Vision Insurance (including FSA and HSA options)
Life Insurance Supplemental Life Child Spousal and AD&D Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
Retirement Planning 401(k) plan & Financial Wellness Resources
Educational Assistance Program
Time off Policies (including sick leave parental leave and paid vacation)

*Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.

Role SummaryThe Lean Lead will develop set and implement a transformational and continuous improvement strategy for our Cookeville facility which manufactures flowcontrol products. This role ensures consistent deployment of Lean methodology across the entire site including approximately 15 assembly ...