Lean Consultant

The Raymond Corporation•East Syracuse, NY

9h•$94,020 - $120,538•Onsite

About The Position

Join our Raymond Team as a Lean Consultant! We’re seeking a passionate and dedicated Lean Consultant who brings enthusiasm and expertise to the table. In this role, you’ll support Raybuilt, Parts Distribution and Micro-logistics while collaborating with a dynamic and diverse team to achieve shared goals. We value innovative and creative ideas—yes, even during meetings (where snacks are always welcome). If you enjoy tackling challenges with positivity and a bit of humor, you’ll feel right at home here.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in operations, supply chain, business, quality, engineering or related field and 8 years of experience OR a 16 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
Previous experience in a Lean practicing organization

Nice To Haves

Lean experience in a Toyota Production Systems environment – emphasizing human capital and total company culture
Experience sustaining and promoting Lean culture as a senior leader, advisor, or continuous improvement manager/lean consultant
Deep academic understanding and experience in application of key Lean concepts
Excellent communication skills to build trusting relationships with stakeholders

Responsibilities

Follow the Raymond Lean Management & Toyota Lean Management roadmap to influence business units to implement 5S, standard work, visual management, Just in Time, Jidoka and KPI Management.
Build trust with leaders to facilitate a continuous improvement culture (Kaizen).
Prepares and lead process discovery – process or value stream mapping – with key stakeholders to identify current conditions and opportunity to improve efficiency and sustainability.
Leverages experience to coach and advise multi-level teams to build lean culture.
Assists teams through their lean journey, best practice processes, and team development.
Applies Plan Do Check Act and Toyota Industries Business Practice methodologies to daily work and coaches in this manner.

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Generous Paid Time Off and 13 Paid Holidays
Affordable Medical plans and no-cost Dental & Vision options
100% 401(k) match up to 6%
Company-Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
Tuition Assistance Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health care, legal support, and financial guidance
Recognition and Kaizen (continuous improvement) Reward Programs
Meaningful opportunities for personal and professional development
Best in class work culture!