Lean Specialist

Analogic•Salem, NH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a hands-on Lean Specialist to drive continuous improvement across our manufacturing operations. In this role, you won’t just design strategy—you’ll bring it to life on the floor, partnering with teams to create safer, more efficient, and higher-performing processes. As a key member of our Operations and Supply Chain leadership team, you’ll play a critical role in elevating performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity, and Cost, while strengthening customer satisfaction and business results. This is a highly visible role for someone who thrives on solving complex problems, leading change, and building a culture where Lean thinking becomes second nature.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline
Lean Green Belt certification required
3+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing, materials management, quality, or process improvement
Hands-on involvement in Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Kaizen initiatives within manufacturing, distribution, or supply chain environments
Proven track record of delivering measurable results and improving operational performance
Experience implementing Lean across manufacturing and supply chain functions, with multiple cycles of application and learning
Strong change leadership skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization
Excellent communication, observation, and structured problem-solving capabilities

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
Lean Black Belt certification a plus

Responsibilities

Design and implement Lean manufacturing systems, including optimized layouts, flow, and material movement
Partner with leadership to identify and prioritize high-impact improvement initiatives aligned with business goals
Drive enterprise-wide continuous improvement strategies that deliver measurable results
Facilitate value stream mapping and lead impactful Kaizen events across operations
Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies—and lead teams to implement sustainable solutions
Track, measure, and communicate results through clear, data-driven reporting
Own and evolve the 6S program to ensure a safe, organized, and efficient workplace
Establish KPIs, visual management systems, and governance to sustain improvements
Benchmark best practices and bring innovative ideas into the organization
Improve customer satisfaction through better quality and on-time delivery
Drive cost savings and cash flow improvements through productivity gains and waste reduction
Reduce Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) through disciplined Lean execution
Train and coach teams on Lean principles, tools, and leadership behaviors
Mentor Kaizen leaders and project teams to ensure successful execution and sustainment
Build a network of Lean champions across the organization to embed continuous improvement into daily work