Senior Manager, Lean Enterprise

Integer Holdings Corporation; Wexford; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Integer Holdings Corporation seeks a Plant Continuous Improvement Manager to drive Manufacturing Excellence across all facilities. You will design and deploy sustainable systems to achieve world-class safety, quality, delivery, lead-time and cost performance.

Responsibilities include leading the Integer Production System, strategic planning, and Lean workshops, mentoring leaders, and sustaining a lean culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field is preferred.
• Ten years of industrial experience driving continuous improvement is required.
• Experience leading site-wide Lean initiatives and workshops is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deploy the Integer Production System across manufacturing facilities to achieve world-class performance.
• Lead site strategic planning and the annual Hoshin planning process for breakthrough opportunities.
• Facilitate Lean Diagnosis Workshops and mentor site leaders in Lean concepts.
• Promote Lean culture via training, coaching, and sustaining Improvement Idea Systems.
• Manage direct reports and align safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory goals.

Skills

Hoshin Planning

Value Stream Mapping

5S

Gemba management

Lean culture

Workshop facilitation

Change agent mindset

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

By living according to a common set of values, we create a culture that unifies, embraces the uniqueness we all bring to the company, and positions Integer for long-term success.At Integer, our values are embedded in everything we do.CustomerWe focus on our customers’ successInnovationWe create better solutionsCollaborationWe create success togetherInclusionWe always interact with others respectfullyCandorWe are open and honest with one anotherIntegrityWe do the right things and do things rightWho are we?Integer is a global organization providing innovative, high-quality technologies and manufacturing to Medical Device OEM’s (original equipment manufacturers) to enhance the lives of patients worldwide and a provider of high-end niche batteries for specialized applications in the energy, military, and environmental markets. We are guided by our six Values, including focus on Customers, Innovation, Collaboration, Inclusion, Candor, and Integrity. Working at Integer means you are part of a team passionately pursuing excellence in all that we do and always reaching for the next great achievement.What you’ll do in this role:The primary purpose of this role is to drive Manufacturing Excellence across all the Integer Manufacturing Facilities by designing and implementing sustainable systems that enable full engagement resulting in world-class operational performance in safety, quality, delivery, lead-time, and cost. Responsibilities include deploying the Integer Production System, leading the creation of site visions and strategic plans, facilitating workshops, coaching site leaders (especially Continuous Improvement Managers), promoting a lean culture in all sites, and managing/developing direct reports.Adhere to Integer’s Values and all safety, environmental, security and quality requirements including, but not limited to: Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety, Environmental and Security Management Systems, company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements.Deploy Integer Production SystemDevelop and evolve the elements on the Integer Production SystemCoach sites in the implementation of the elementsProvide training to the sites on concepts and keys for successLead Strategic PlanningLead the site Plant Leadership Teams through the annual Hoshin Planning process to gain alignment on site breakthrough opportunitiesLead in creation and deployment of the site transformation plan to achieve world class operational performanceFacilitate Lean Diagnosis Workshops to create strategic improvement plans for each value streamAct as the catalyst of strategic thinking by challenging site paradigmsFacilitate WorkshopsDevelop workshop profiles and facilitate cross-functional events resulting in improvement plans towards the achievement of the stated goals.Mentor teams through the implementation phase to ensure sustainable successCoach Site LeadersHelp site leaders identify and focus on strategic improvement and avoid being consumed by fire-fightingTeach the lean concepts behind the implemented systems so that as the inputs evolve, the systems can be adjusted appropriately.Teach the importance behind Gemba management and problem solving on the floorTeach leadership keys to success to drive sustainment improvementPromote Lean CulturePromote Lean thinking through training, mentoring, and coaching at all levels of the organization (operators, supervisors, ops managers, and support functions), including soft skills – hearts and minds.Promote engagement through implementing/sustaining the Improvement Idea System where associates have a way to submit ideas and hear feedback in a quick, effective way.Ensure associates ideas and knowledge are built into solutions by involving them in workshopsTeach the importance of site managers being visible on the floorCelebrate wins and recognize associates/teams for their contributionsEncourage and facilitate sites to share best practicesMentor and Manage Direct ReportsFor all direct reports, provide:Clear expectations on assigned projectsCoaching and guidance for successful implementation of projectsIndividual development plans to aid their advancementHow you will be measured:Live the Integer Values through leading by example.Assist the sites in achieving its annual goals for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory.Increase level of engagement by mentoring and coaching others to be Lean change agents across the site.Achieve all Goals and Objectives assignedEnable and track the accumulation of incremental savings opportunities.Travel requirements vary from 25%-75% based on candidate location.What sets you apart:Minimum Education:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field is preferredMinimum Experience:10 years industrial experience in driving continuous improvementPlant Continuous Improvement Manager experience preferredSpecialized Knowledge:Hoshin PlanningValue Stream MappingWorkplace Organization and Visual Controls (5S)Manufacturing Standardized Work,Manufacturing Training & CertificationBuilt-in QualityScheduling & Material Operating SystemManufacturing Cell DesignTotal Productive MaintenanceLeader Standard WorkProduction Monitoring & Improvement ProcessSpecial Skills:Possess change agent mentalityAbility to influence at all levels of the organizationWell-developed skills for planning, executing and delivering projects to expected resultsAbility to motivate, coach and teachAbility to facilitate workshop eventsPossess the spirit of teamwork and cooperation and the desire to leadExhibit a passion for excellenceU.S. Applicants: Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.