Operational Excellence Coach, 2nd Shift

Lucid Motors • Casa Grande, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility. We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience. Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you. The Operational Excellence Lean Coach will play a crucial role in advancing the Lucid Production System’s (LPS) lean p ortfolio. Thi s position requires a proactive, hands-on approach on the shop floor to drive Continuous Improvement, 6S, Structured Problem-S olving, and standardization initiatives. The Lean Coach will collaborate with teams across all levels of the organization to lead and support strategies aimed at enhancing safety, reducing production issues and costs, and improving vehicle quality. Additionally, the Lean Coach will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining tools, systems, and training programs to foster a culture of C ontinuous I mprovement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or Engineering preferred, or 4+ years of related experience required.
• 2+ years in a manufacturing environment required.
• 2+ years of direct work experience in L ean and/or Six Sigma.
• Previous experience in quality, operations, or engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of L ean M anufacturing principles, and Quality Core Tools, both theoretical and practical.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Skilled in coaching and mentoring team members in the on-the-job application of new skills, adaptable to different personal and learning styles.
• Ability to lead without authority, can also act as an individual contributor, and work effectively in team environments.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships at various levels within the organization.
• Ability to shift priorities as required by the needs of the business.
• Experience in Kaizen Event f acilitation.
• Solid P roblem-solving background, including but not limited to 8D methodology.
• Proficiency in Industrial Engineering techniques such as time studies, data analysis, capacity analysis, and work instructions.
• Strong presentation development skills and proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Drive employee engagement in all lean programs.
• Lead roadblock elimination to enable Continuous Improvement.
• Develop talent by training and coaching Leadership in L ean P rinciples, their applications, and benefits.
• Facilitate L ean P rogram review meetings.
• Analyze audit results and process reviews , facilitating the action plan definition.
• Lead and support departmental Gemba walks.
• Own LPS data visualization and analy sis to identify improvement opportunities .
• Develop, implement, and maintain tools, systems, and procedures for the Operational Excellence p ortfolio , with a current emphasis on P roblem- S olving, C ontinuous I mprovement, 6S, and standardization.
• Work with cross-functional teams to implement C ontinuous I mprovement initiatives .
• Serve as a role model for all LPS Standards at Lucid Motors.
• Develop and implement LPS and Lean S trategies aligned with the organization's goal.
• Act as a change agent and role model to foster a culture of C ontinuous I mprovement and O perational E xcellence.
• Collaborate with the S enior L eadership to design the new strategies required by the organization aligned with the vision and priorities.
• Develop LPS capabilities by p rovid ing coachi ng to employees, from front-line workers to the management team .
• Conduct regular Gemba W alks to observe processes, engage with employees, follow up, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and integration of Lean initiatives.
• Design LPS Program training material and have an a ctive participation in the delivery to build internal expertise.
• Create training standards and maintain materials and documentation updated .
• Lead and support Lean P rojects to improve process efficiency, waste reduction , cost optimization, and enhance quality.
• Utilize and promote the application of LPS tools and methodologies to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement .
• Track Operational Excellence K ey P erformance I ndicators (KPIs) to monitor progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Facilitate problem-solving sessions and Kaizen events to drive continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k.
• The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees