BES Lean Manager

Barnes International Limited • Lawrenceville, GA

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About The Position

The position involves identifying and implementing lean projects in production, directly at the machine and with employees that are aligned with the business objectives. The role requires analyzing existing processes, identifying waste and inefficiencies, and implementing sustainable optimization along the value chain. Additionally, the candidate will moderate and support Continuous Improvement Process (CIP) workshops and 5S/6S initiatives in collaboration with production and management. Coaching and training team leaders and skilled workers in lean leadership and shop floor management is also a key responsibility. The position entails developing standardized workflows and visual management to increase efficiency and transparency, working closely with production management, quality assurance, and planning to embed the lean culture in day-to-day business. Implementing standard work practices to ensure consistency, safety, and efficiency is essential. The candidate will analyze performance data and implement corrective actions to close gaps, drive initiatives to reduce costs, improve productivity, and optimize resource utilization, while fostering a culture of accountability, empowerment, and continuous learning. Collaboration with team members to move initiatives forward is a must.

Requirements

• Degree in engineering or economics or comparable training.
• At least 5 years of experience in applying lean principles.
• Experience in lean projects in the manufacturing industry, ideally in mold making or machining.
• Green Belt, Black Belt, and/or Lean Six Sigma certification desirable.
• Deep understanding of production processes and the working reality of skilled workers.
• Strong moderation and coaching skills.
• Knowledge of lean tools such as 5S/6S, value stream analysis, SMED, Kaizen, PDCA.
• Analytical thinking paired with pragmatic implementation skills.
• Hands-on mentality and genuine interest in sustainable change.
• Fluent in German (desired).

Responsibilities

• Identifying and implementing lean projects in production.
• Analyzing existing processes and identifying waste and inefficiencies.
• Implementing sustainable optimization along the value chain.
• Moderating and supporting CIP workshops and 5S/6S initiatives.
• Coaching and training team leaders and skilled workers in lean leadership.
• Developing standardized workflows and visual management.
• Working closely with production management, quality assurance, and planning.
• Implementing standard work practices for consistency, safety, and efficiency.
• Analyzing performance data and implementing corrective actions.
• Driving initiatives to reduce costs and improve productivity.
• Fostering a culture of accountability, empowerment, and continuous learning.
• Collaborating with team members to move initiatives forward.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree