Head of Lean Manufacturing
- Leadership & Strategy:
- Lead the development and execution of lean manufacturing strategies across all production facilities.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence through leadership, coaching, and mentoring.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align lean initiatives with overall business objectives.
- Lean Implementation:
- Implement and sustain lean manufacturing principles, including total productive maintenance, value stream mapping, 5S, Kaizen, and Just-In-Time production.
- Drive standardization and consistency across all manufacturing processes.
- Develop and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of lean initiatives.
- Training & Development:
- Establish and lead a Lean Manufacturing Academy to train and develop internal talent.
- Provide ongoing training and support to teams at all levels to build lean capabilities within the organization.
- Ensure that lean principles are deeply embedded in the company culture.
- Process Improvement:
- Identify and eliminate waste in all forms, improving flow, reducing cycle times, and optimizing the use of resources.
- Work closely with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure the seamless integration of lean practices.
- Lead projects aimed at reducing costs, improving quality, and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Change Management:
- Champion change management efforts to overcome resistance and drive adoption of lean practices.
- Engage with stakeholders at all levels to build support for lean initiatives.
- Communicate the benefits and progress of lean initiatives to the broader organization.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 5 years in a leadership role focused on lean manufacturing.
- Demonstrated experience in implementing and leading lean initiatives in a world-class manufacturing environment.
- Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Experience in establishing training programs or academies is highly desirable.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
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