Senior Lean Manager

Pentair•Golden Valley, MN

2d•$110,700 - $205,600•Hybrid

About The Position

At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our purpose into practice, helping people sustainably move, improve and enjoy water, life's most essential resource. From our residential and commercial water solutions to industrial water management and everything in between, our 9,750 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help improve lives and the environment around the world. We have an opportunity for a Senior Lean Manager to join our Golden Valley, MN team. You will oversee the implementation of Lean business system projects and the development of key systematic measurements. You will work a hybrid work schedule with 3 days/week on-site in Golden Valley, MN. #LI-Hybrid

Requirements

B.S in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent
Minimum of 6 years of experience in implementing LEAN Manufacturing principles in a dedicated Lean role while working in a manufacturing environment.
Experience working with the TPS / DBS principles.
Managerial experience
Full ability to read and communicate in country of residence.
Excellent communication (written and verbal) within all organization levels.
Must have advanced knowledge of the Lean tools; Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Standard Work, Creating Continuous Flow, Root-Cause Problem Solving
Good analytical skills: 6 Sigma Master Black Belt / Black Belt level with the ability to Project manage would be advantageous.
Demonstrate effective change management skills; Influencing, Communication, Change Management, Stakeholder Management
Evidence of effective Coaching / Mentoring, Facilitation, and Presenting
Ability to work at all levels of the organization.
The role is part strategic (50%) and part hands on (50%). Must be able to work at both levels.
Must be available to travel up to 50% to other Pentair Businesses and Lean exchange events if required.

Responsibilities

Align with the Enterprise team to ensure consistency of approach and adoption.
Organize, plan, and deliver effective team training based on the Lean principles, methodologies, and concepts throughout the whole organization using the Standard Pentair training collateral.
Create Value stream Maps; Current, future, and ideal states to assess operational current condition, inclusive of the identification of the eight types of waste as well as targeting future state delivery and sustainment year over year.
Define measurable SQDCCP goals and objectives for Lean activities with associated execution deliverables. ROI - Deliver year-over-year cost savings as a percentage of sales (Suggested minimum x3 Salary)
Build and facilitate multidisciplinary short and long-term Lean activities.
Implement and follow up Lean improvements, including the sustainment of results.
Identify and evaluate equipment automation requirements to support Lean implementations.
Communicate plans, actions, and results to the company (PDCA)
Execute company strategy (Hoshin Kanri) associated with implementation of lean systems, in a fast-paced environment.
Promote and ensure Lean practices throughout company and external suppliers.
Participate directly and indirectly in all Kaizen events.
Participate in benchmark Enterprise-wide Lean events with sister and external companies.

Benefits

health benefits
a generous 401(k)
employee stock purchase program
disability benefits
life insurance
critical illness insurance
accident insurance
parental leave
caregiver leave
tuition reimbursement
plus paid time off and wellness programs to encourage a healthy work/life balance