We are looking for a proactive and experienced Lean Manager to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence within our Locomotive Assembly Plant. This role will focus on optimizing production processes, improving quality and safety, and fostering a Lean culture across all levels of the plant. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Lean manufacturing and a passion for driving sustainable change in a complex, high-mix assembly environment.
Responsibilities:
Lead the deployment of Lean principles across the assembly plant, including takt time alignment, line balancing, and flow optimization.
Facilitate Kaizen events, 5S initiatives, and value stream mapping to identify and eliminate waste.
Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to improve assembly line efficiency, reduce cycle times, and enhance first-pass yield.
Support the implementation of standard work, visual management, and error-proofing (poka-yoke) systems.
Train and mentor plant personnel—from operators to leadership—on Lean tools and behaviors.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and problem-solving.
Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC).
Conduct regular Gemba walks and Lean maturity assessments to ensure progress and sustainability.
Work closely with supply chain, logistics, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure end-to-end process alignment.
Support digital transformation initiatives that enhance Lean visibility and decision-making.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).
Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt).
5+ years of experience in Lean manufacturing roles, preferably in heavy industry or transportation equipment assembly.
Demonstrated success in leading Lean transformations in a plant environment.
Strong analytical, facilitation, and change management skills.
Proficiency in Lean tools and root cause analysis.