Operational Excellence Leader (Lean Manufacturing)
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Job Summary
We are seeking an Operational Excellence Leader to drive scalable operational performance through Lean manufacturing continuous improvement and disciplined execution. This role focuses on transforming operational processes strengthening performance culture and building systems that support sustainable growth.
The ideal candidate blends strategic perspective with hands-on Lean implementation experience and is comfortable influencing leaders coaching teams and delivering measurable operational gains.
Operational Transformation
- Lead initiatives that improve efficiency scalability and operational consistency across the organization.
- Partner with leadership to align operational priorities with business growth objectives.
- Establish performance metrics reporting cadence and accountability structures.
Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
- Implement Lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping 5S Standard Work Visual Management Kaizen and SMED.
- Drive waste elimination process flow optimization and variation reduction.
- Facilitate structured problem-solving using A3 DMAIC 5-Why and similar methodologies.
- Deliver measurable improvements in productivity quality cost and delivery performance.
Process Optimization & Execution
- Identify operational bottlenecks and implement sustainable solutions.
- Support standardization of processes across manufacturing and operational functions.
- Use data analytics and KPIs to guide decision-making and performance improvement.
Culture & Capability Building
- Coach leaders and teams on Lean principles and continuous improvement behaviors.
- Foster a proactive operational culture focused on accountability safety and quality.
- Develop internal CI capability through mentoring and training.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Operations Supply Chain or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Significant operational experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated success implementing Lean manufacturing initiatives.
- Strong analytical facilitation and change leadership skills.
- Ability to influence without formal authority across multiple functions.
Preferred
- Lean or Six Sigma certification.
- Experience scaling operations during growth phases.
- Exposure to ERP/MRP systems and operational data analytics.
- Multi-site manufacturing experience.
Core Competencies
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Strong operational and financial acumen
- Effective cross-functional collaboration
- Change leadership and cultural influence
- Data-driven decision-making
- Results-oriented execution
Success Indicators
- Improved operational efficiency and throughput
- Reduction in waste rework and lead times
- Stronger on-time delivery and quality metrics
- Increased workforce engagement in CI initiatives
- Sustainable Lean systems embedded in daily operations
Foresight Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin gender identity and/or gender expression sexual orientation age disability pregnancy genetic information military status Vietnam Era and/or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law(s).Further the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
Key Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- Continuous Improvement
- ISO 9001
- Lean Six Sigma
- Management Experience
- Manufacturing & Controls
- 5S
- Manufacturing Management
- Kaizen
- Chemistry
- Manufacturing
About Company
Foresight’s breadth of capabilities, unique approach and experience has led to our position as a global leader in CNC machining of plastics and metals, plastic welding and fabrication, and the assembly of subsystems and equipment. In addition, we continue to add critical capabilities ... View more
