Lean Engineer

Freudenberg • Bristol, NH

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About The Position

This role is responsible for leading continuous improvement initiatives within the site, focusing on Lean principles and methodologies to drive measurable improvements in productivity, quality, cost, safety, and lead time. The Lean Engineer will train and coach teams, partner cross-functionally to identify and implement solutions, and mentor team members to foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of experience in Lean, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, or process improvement roles.
• 3–5 years of experience leading projects, initiatives, or teams in a manufacturing or operations environment.
• Demonstrated success driving measurable improvements (productivity, quality, cost, safety, or lead time).
• Strong knowledge of Lean tools and methodologies (Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Root Cause Analysis, etc.).
• Experience working in cross-functional or matrix organizations, influencing stakeholders at multiple levels.
• Hands-on leadership style with strong coaching, facilitation, and change management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and follow-up of Kaizen events, ensuring measurable improvements and clear communication of results across the site.
• Drive site-wide continuous improvement initiatives, aligning efforts with broader operational excellence and business objectives.
• Train and coach teams on Lean principles, tools, and sustainability practices to build internal capability and long-term impact.
• Partner cross-functionally to identify inefficiencies and implement practical, value-driven solutions in manufacturing and operations.
• Mentor and develop Continuous Improvement team members and site champions to strengthen a high-performance improvement culture.
• Actively participate in and contribute to a broader Continuous Improvement/SME network, sharing best practices and advancing strategic initiatives.
• Lead by example by fostering a proactive, accountable, and growth-focused culture aligned with company values.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior