Lean Enterprise Manager

New Flyer • Winnipeg, MB

58d

About The Position

The Lean Enterprise Manager drives the Fabco Way by embedding Lean principles and leading continuous improvement across the organization. This role oversees Lean deployment, ensures manufacturing readiness, develops team capabilities, and sustains Lean systems through performance tracking, training, and accountability. The position also manages Lean resources, benchmarks best practices, and aligns initiatives with business goals and budget targets.

Requirements

• Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required (Black Belt preferred)
• Over 7 years experience in Lean leadership roles within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, multi-site experience preferred
• Expertise in Lean tools (Kaizen, VSM, TPS, 5), Project Management and Change Leadership experience
• Excellent communication, coaching and organizational skills
• Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Up to 15% travel required for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Black Belt preferred
• multi-site experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Champion a culture of Lean, driving engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organization
• Lead the development and execution of the Lean roadmap (Hoshin Kanri, Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management)
• Partner with operations and engineering to ensure manufacturing readiness and efficient production processes
• Manage and develop Lean/OpEx teams, ensuring priorities and deliverables align with corporate standards
• Facilitate cross-functional problem-solving using A3, value stream mapping, and root cause analysis
• Sustain Lean systems through audits (5S, TPM) and hold teams accountable for performance
• Design and deliver Lean training programs, including Yellow Belt and Green Belt certification
• Track, analyze, and report Lean KPIs aligned with plant and corporate objectives
• Benchmark industry best practices and represent the organization in external forums
• Manage budgets to ensure effective and cost-efficient Lean implementation

Benefits

• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we’ve invested 10.9 million in 2023)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies

What This Job Offers

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