The Role:
Our client, an international medical device company, is seeing an experienced Lean leader to collaborate with C level leadership, to develop and drive ongoing process improvements within the organization's Lean framework and strategic roadmap.
Responsibilities:
* Spearhead transformation initiatives in critical operational areas.
* Utilize structured problem-solving techniques and process mapping to assess challenges, develop solutions, and oversee execution.
* Enhance and implement tiered visual and daily management systems to optimize factory operations.
* Organize and lead rapid-improvement workshops to generate immediate, lasting efficiencies on the production floor.
* Evaluate and refine transactional processes to reduce inefficiencies, enhance productivity, and cut costs.
* Provide training on Lean methodologies, including daily operations management, structured problem-solving, workplace organization (6S), quick changeover (SMED), inventory control (Kanban), and operational equipment efficiency.
* Share best practices and benchmarking insights from both internal and external sources.
* Drive measurable improvements in key performance areas: safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.
Qualifications:
* 10+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
* Bachelor's degree required; an advanced degree is advantageous.
* Proven experience to engage both leadership and frontline teams in Lean deployment
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* Demonstrated history of delivering sustainable operational improvements.
* Hands-on experience in manufacturing environments with a strong emphasis on Lean methodologies.
* Expertise in rolling out Lean frameworks, achieving measurable improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and supply chain agility.
* Proficiency in value stream enhancement techniques such as quick changeover (SMED), visual and daily management, standard work, and continuous improvement tools.
* Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt certification or equivalent preferred.
* Strong leadership skills with a proactive mindset and decision-making ability.
* Effective at influencing stakeholders at all organizational levels.
* Knowledge of statistical analysis and Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.
* Project management certification (PMP) or equivalent experience is desirable.