Lean Leader

Flowserve; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowserve is seeking a Lean Leader for Global Engineering Processes & Procedures. The role focuses on strategic development and implementation of lean practices to enhance collaboration, efficiency, and productivity among 300+ engineers across 10 global teams.

Candidates should have a track record in lean process improvement, SIPOC and value stream mapping, and strong leadership. International travel is required, with a preference for Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical/Industrial), Master's preferred.
• 5-10 years of lean process improvement in engineering/manufacturing.
• Proven track record in lean practices and productivity gains.
• Strong understanding of SIPOC, value stream mapping, and global processes.
• Excellent communication and leadership; travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a unified framework for global engineering processes and procedures.
• Establish SIPOC flows and value stream maps for each product family.
• Collaborate with global engineering leaders to foster continuous improvement.
• Document and streamline order engineering workflows for optimization.
• Train and mentor teams to enhance cross-collaboration across product families.
• Monitor KPIs related to lean initiatives and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Stay current with lean methodologies and apply relevant advancements.

Skills

Lean process improvement

Value stream mapping

SIPOC analysis

Cross-functional leadership

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Company Overview:

Flowserve is a global manufacturer of pumps, valves, seals, and aftermarket services, delivering comprehensive flow control solutions that support essential industries such as energy, clean water, and pharmaceuticals. If you're looking for a culture built on ingenuity, innovation, and excellence, Flowserve offers the opportunity to put your experience in motion. Whether you're an individual contributor or a people leader, you'll find meaningful opportunities for professional growth, competitive rewards, and a workplace grounded in our core values: People, Safety, Integrity, Ownership and Ingenuity. At Flowserve, we're inspired by what we can achieve together—creating extraordinary flow control solutions that strengthen today's world while building tomorrow.

Role Summary:

As the Lean Leader for Global Engineering Processes & Procedures, you will be responsible for the strategic development and implementation of lean practices to enhance collaboration, efficiency, and productivity among our 300+ engineers, spread across 10 global engineering teams working on five distinct product families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a unified framework for global engineering processes and procedures, ensuring alignment with the organization's vision and goals.

• Establish world-class SIPOC flows and value stream maps for each business and product family, identifying areas for improvement and driving the elimination of non-value-added activities.

• Collaborate with global engineering leaders, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and lean thinking across the organization.

• Document and streamline order engineering workflows, analyzing existing processes and identifying opportunities for optimization and synergy creation.

• Train and mentor employees to enhance cross-collaboration between product families and teams, enabling the sharing of best practices and knowledge transfer.

• Monitor and report on key performance indicators related to lean initiatives, ensuring progress toward established targets and adjusting strategies as needed.

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in lean methodologies, incorporating them into the organization's strategies where appropriate.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical/Industrial Etc), a Master's degree is preferred.

• 5-10 years of experience in lean process improvement, with a focus on engineering and manufacturing environments.

• Proven track record in developing and implementing lean practices, driving continuous improvement, and achieving significant productivity gains.

• Strong understanding of global engineering processes, value stream mapping, and SIPOC analysis.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence diverse teams and stakeholders.

• Ability to travel internationally as needed to collaborate with global engineering teams.

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent certification is strongly preferred.

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