Lean Manufacturing Manager

TMG Performance Products LLC • Berea, OH

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The Lean Manufacturing Manager at Corsa Performance owns daily shop-floor output, safety, and quality while driving continuous improvement to reduce cost, waste, and lead time. The role manages manufacturing processes, assets, and workforce to meet production targets and improve efficiency. It also leads lean initiatives, supports compliance and quality objectives, and develops a safe, skilled, and flexible workforce.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering, operations management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of manufacturing experience, including at least 3 years supervising production employees.
• Proven experience applying lean tools such as 5S, value stream mapping, kaizen, standard work, SMED, and kanban.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA requirements and shop-floor safety practices.
• Familiarity with production metrics, root cause analysis, and corrective action tools such as 8D, 5 Whys, and fishbone.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Clear communication skills and ability to lead on the floor and work across engineering, quality, maintenance, and supply chain.
• Passion for the work, pride in work, and commitment to following through and doing the right thing.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in metal fabrication, welding, tube bending, or automotive aftermarket manufacturing.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety and ensure defects are not passed along.
• Ensure compliance with company safety, environmental, regulatory, and operational guidelines; communicate expectations, lead safety meetings, and investigate and document incidents.
• Support quality goals by implementing corrective actions and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Manage manufacturing processes, assets, and workforce to run efficient operations and meet daily production targets.
• Monitor manufacturing metrics and workflow efficiency, identify bottlenecks, and resolve problems.
• Partner with maintenance to plan and schedule equipment downtime while sustaining production output.
• Maintain accurate time and attendance, shop-floor job labor, and performance records.
• Lead lean initiatives and evaluate their impact on cost, quality, and delivery.
• Analyze production workflows, workspace layout, and resource use to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Drive cost improvement by lowering manufacturing expenses, improving efficiency, and reducing production times.
• Help develop and revise operating procedures and lead management-of-change initiatives.
• Provide design-for-manufacturability input and participate in cross-functional projects.
• Manage workforce planning, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and staffing recommendations based on business needs.
• Supervise, coach, and manage day-to-day performance, including performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and development plans.
• Identify training needs and promote skill development, cross-training, and required certifications.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance effective day one, with substantial company contributions to medical and dental premiums.
• Nine paid holidays plus paid Thank You Day(s), effective day one.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) match up to 3.5%, eligible after 30 days, with immediate vesting.
• Employer HSA contributions up to $1,100 per year.
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee discounts on products from company brands.
• Wellness program with medical premium credit.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Prescription safety glasses and work boot reimbursement.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• $1,000 referral bonus.

What This Job Offers

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