Continuous Improvement Lean Advisor - Corporate

MacLean Power Systems•Fort Mill, SC

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Continuous Improvement Lean Advisor focuses on manufacturing operational improvement and cost savings to improve the organization’s profitability and efficiency. The role supports Lean implementation across nine facilities and works independently toward scheduled goals, managing large projects or processes with limited oversight. It also involves coaching, reviewing, and delegating work to lower-level professionals. Problems encountered are difficult and often complex. The position is remote depending on location relative to an MPS location and requires an average of 50% travel.

Requirements

At least 8 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree, or 6 years with a master’s degree, or equivalent experience.
Lean Subject Matter Expert.
Manufacturing experience in a Lean and/or Engineering position.
Understanding and use of Lean methodologies and principles.
Experience developing Kaizen schedules, including planning, facilitation, and follow-up.
Experience implementing Lean programs with buy-in at every level of an organization.
ISO 9001 certification and/or auditing experience.
Ability to work safely within an industrial facility, including aisles and assembly, machining, and foundry areas, and lift 50 lbs.
Oral and written communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
English competency.

Nice To Haves

12 years of manufacturing experience in a Lean and/or Engineering position.
Certified Lean training.
Automotive or Medical industry experience.
Spanish language skills.

Responsibilities

Analyze designs, methods, and internal manufacturing processes.
Develop strategies and initiatives for operational efficiency.
Implement process improvements and changes in manufacturing methods.
Implement continuous improvement initiatives using Lean methodologies and principles such as 5S, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Single Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and Kaizen.
Support the CI Director, Managers, Supervisors, and Engineers in implementing Lean methods and principles throughout nine facilities.
Conduct Lean Assessments at each facility to establish a baseline and develop an improvement plan with CI staff.
Develop and train the CI group in Kaizen methods, supporting its members in becoming independent trainers.
Develop and implement Model Lines under the direction of the CI Director and General Managers.
Use existing CI Lean training classes to support established methods throughout the facilities.
Work independently to meet scheduled goals.
Manage large projects or processes with limited oversight; coach, review, and delegate work to lower-level professionals.