Lean Manufacturing Manager

Lam Research•Livermore, CA

About The Position

The Lean Manufacturing Manager supports continuous improvement initiatives within Lam Research’s Malaysia manufacturing operations. The role focuses on implementing Lean principles and tools, optimizing production processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. The position applies Lean methods such as 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, and Value Stream Mapping; supports workstation standardization and layout optimization; and helps develop visual management systems and performance-tracking dashboards. It also supports Shingo Model implementation, identifies operational waste, contributes to root cause analysis and corrective actions, and works with engineering, production, and Quality teams on process improvements. The role provides Lean training, facilitates improvement workshops and Gemba walks, promotes a continuous improvement culture, and supports data collection and analysis using systems such as SAP and MES.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or Business.
At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in the semiconductor industry.
Basic proficiency in SAP, MES, or similar systems.
Strong communication and team collaboration skills.
Familiarity with Lean tools, Lean management systems, and methodologies.

Nice To Haves

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent experience.
Lean Certification.
Automotive experience or familiarity with the Toyota Production System.
Experience in Shingo Model assessment and implementation in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Apply Lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, and Value Stream Mapping to improve manufacturing processes.
Support workstation standardization and layout optimization.
Assist in developing visual management systems and performance-tracking dashboards.
Drive operational excellence in Manufacturing through Shingo Model implementation.
Identify waste and inefficiencies and propose actionable solutions.
Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action planning.
Collaborate with engineering and production teams to implement process changes.
Lead and promote a Kaizen culture.
Provide Lean training to operators and team leads.
Facilitate improvement workshops and Gemba walks.
Promote continuous improvement across the site.
Support data collection and analysis using tools such as SAP and MES.
Work with Quality teams to monitor defect trends and support improvement initiatives.