Continuous Improvement Lean Advisor - Corporate

MacLean Power Systems•Fort Mill, SC

3d•Remote

About The Position

The Continuous Improvement Advisor focuses on manufacturing operational improvement and cost savings to improve the organization’s profitability and efficiency. This role involves analyzing designs, methods, and internal manufacturing processes, developing strategies and initiatives for operational efficiency, and implementing process improvements and changes in manufacturing methods. The advisor will implement continuous improvement initiatives using various Lean methodologies and principles such as 5S, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Single Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and Kaizen. They will support the CI Director, Managers, Supervisors, and Engineers in implementing Lean methods across nine facilities, conduct Lean Assessments, and develop plans for improvement. Additionally, the role includes developing and training the CI group in Kaizen methods, implementing Model Lines, and utilizing existing CI Lean training classes. The position requires working independently to meet scheduled goals, managing large projects with limited oversight, and coaching lower-level professionals. The role is remote depending on location to MPS location, involves 50% average travel, and deals with difficult and often complex problems.

Requirements

A minimum of 8 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and 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
Development of Kaizen schedule with full planning, facilitation, and follow-up experience.
Implementation of Lean programs with buy-in at every level of the organization.
ISO9001 certification and/or auditing experience.
Safely work within an industrial facility both in the aisles and in the assembly, machining, and foundry areas, lifting 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 manufacturing experience in a Lean and/or Engineering position
Certified Lean training
Automotive or Medical industry experience
Spanish optional

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 various Lean methodologies and principles (e.g., 5S, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Single Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Kaizen, etc.)
Support CI Director, Managers, Supervisors, and Engineers in the implementation of Lean methods and principles throughout the nine facilities.
Conduct Lean Assessments at each facility as a baseline and develop a plan of improvement with CI staff.
Develop and train CI group in Kaizen methods, supporting their development to become 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 existing methods throughout the facilities.
Work independently to meet scheduled goals.
Managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager.
Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower-level professionals.