External Job
Title Lean Manager
AutoReqId 49256BR
Business Function Operational Excellence
Division Vehicle Group
Job Description 1.Develops strategic plan for the plant to drive a learning culture and implement lean tools and processes, including gap analysis to current state.
2.Leads Lean Internal Audits. Develops implementation plans with Business Team and Operational Leaders post audit (Tactical Plans).
3.Conducts lean tool and process training as necessary. Plans and deploys training to support the plant’s goals and objectives in lean manufacturing and to develop the depth of lean skills for the tool champions.
4.Leads the Plant Lean Council that consists of Business Team Leaders, Staff members, and Operational Excellence Leaders. Council monitors progress to the strategic plan and redirects activities and resources as needed to improve safety and quality, drive cost out of the business, and improve the lean culture and tool usage.
5.Trains Kaizen team leaders to facilitate events. Coordinates and drives a structured closure process on follow-up activities.
6.Responsible for the implementation and deployment of actions to ensure compliance with ISO 14001,OHSAS 18001, OSHA regulations, and all Federal, State, and Local laws as they apply to their areas of responsibility.
7.Supports sharing of best practices as result of internal and external benchmarking activities.
8.Participates as a member of the Vehicle Group lean council.
9.Manages the Six Sigma program for the plant and mentors six sigma project champions.
Basic Qualifications (Including Educational Requirements) Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Three years of experience in manufacturing or Lean manufacturing deployment in a plant environment.
Region North America - US/Puerto Rico
Country United States
State Iowa
City Shenandoah
Employee category Regular
Experience
Level Minimum 3 Years
Travel Required Up to 25 percent
Relocation benefit provided? Yes (US/PR Only)
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