Senior Lean Practitioner

$85,000 - $175,000/Yr

Emerald Resource Group - North Canton, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - North Canton, OH

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Senior Lean Engineer/Practitioner will lead and implement lean methodologies within the manufacturing team to optimize processes, eliminate waste, and drive continuous improvement. This role requires a strong background in lean manufacturing, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead projects while collaborating with global teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in kaizen events and value stream mapping exercises.
• Identify and eliminate waste in manufacturing processes.
• Develop and implement workflow charts and process maps to improve efficiency.
• Conduct time studies and analyze manufacturing layouts to optimize production.
• Coordinate and lead continuous improvement projects from inception to completion.
• Collaborate with global teams to share best practices and drive process improvements.
• Create and maintain project charters outlining objectives, timelines, and responsibilities.
• Monitor and evaluate current processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Implement lean methodologies such as Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other process improvement techniques.
• Ensure adherence to lean principles and practices across the manufacturing floor.
• Work closely with the Director of Manufacturing and global lean teams to align improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate daily communications with various departments and stakeholders.
• Provide training and support to team members on lean methodologies and practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in lean manufacturing and process improvement.
• Proven track record of leading successful lean projects and kaizen events.
• Strong understanding of lean methodologies such as Six Sigma (Black or Green Belt), Kaizen, and value stream mapping.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in creating and implementing process maps and workflow charts.
• Experience with time studies and manufacturing layout optimization.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the manufacturing industry, particularly in a lean-focused environment.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement tools and techniques.
• Collaborative attitude with a proactive, go-getter mindset.