Director Lean and Continuous Improvement - Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.
Milwaukee, WI
About the Job
Overview:
Leads a team to implement LEAN initiatives and continuous improvement efforts and drive operational excellence across multiple manufacturing facilities. Influences the organization’s LEAN journey and facilitates training opportunities.
Responsibilities:- Leads LEAN engineering team to implement and oversee LEAN methodologies across the enterprise, utilizingValue Stream Mapping, 6S, and Lean Daily Management in alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
- Develops and oversees the executionof Kaizen Roadmaps for all facilities in coordination with plant leadership and monitors results and sustainability.
- Collaborates with operations leadership to foster a culture of continuous improvement and oversees the training of staff in LEAN techniques and methodologies.
- Leads DDI and other leadership training and development modules for team development.
- Leads cost reduction programs to achieve annual operational savings targets.
- Oversees facility annual LEAN assessments and implementation of corrective actions.
- Supports enterprise safety initiatives and strategic deployment plans.
- Performs a full range of managerial responsibilities which may include but not be limited to: interviewing, hiring, coaching, and developing employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; performance management; department budget.
- Performs other duties as assigned, which may include leading projects of varying scale or scope.
Job Skill Requirements
- Strong background in LEAN Manufacturing and Engineering.
- Advanced skills related to LEAN Daily Management, Value Stream Mapping, 6S, and similar.
- Proven leadership experience including project management and change leadership.
- Proficiency with analyzing data to drive action.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Ability to travel as needed (30%).
Education Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or business-related discipline, or equivalent education and experience.
Experience Requirements
- Ten years of experience in multisite manufacturing, with 5+ years in LEAN implementation.
- LEAN certification (e.g., Six Sigma Black Belt) highly desired.
Source : Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.