Leader, Manufacturing Optimization, Fixtures, Mexico

LIXIL Water Technology Americas; Santa Clara Coatitla; On-site; MXN 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

LIXIL Water Technology Americas is seeking a senior operations leader to drive the Lean transformation across its manufacturing plant focused on ceramic processes. You will maximize OEE, reduce waste, and cut costs through strategic deployment of Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement practices.

The role requires 8+ years in manufacturing with hands-on experience in process optimization, TPM, SMED, VSM, and change management, plus strong leadership and communication skills to energize teams.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Chemical, Mechanical, or Materials/Ceramics Engineering.
• Experience: 8+ years in continuous or discrete manufacturing, with 4–5 years leading continuous improvement or Lean initiatives in ceramic, glass, cement, or heavy thermal/chemical processing environments.
• Certifications: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt preferred.
• Technical Skills: Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Six Sigma, SMED, and VSM; thermal processes, pressing, slip/glaze rheology, and industrial automation; Minitab and SAP familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall Lean transformation strategy, process optimization, and continuous improvement culture across the manufacturing plant.
• Maximize Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), eliminate waste (Muda), and reduce operational costs across ceramic processes.
• Kaizen & Methodologies: Facilitate VSM, TPM, 5S, SMED, and A3/Problem Solving workshops.
• Standardization & Visual Management: Establish Standard Work and Visual Management standards on the shop floor.
• Change Management & Training: Build Lean/Six Sigma capabilities across all plant levels to drive proactive problem‑solving culture.
• KPI Management: Track and report key metrics including OEE, scrap reduction, cycle times, and hard cost savings.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

SMED

Value Stream Mapping

TPM

OEE Improvement

Kaizen

Change Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Chemical, Mechanical, or Materials/Ceramics Engineering

Tools

SAP ERP

Minitab

Job description

About Us

Every person on the planet dreams of a better home. And at LIXIL, we’re

committed to making better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere.

We make it happen with pioneering water and housing technology

solutions. Home to world leading brands like INAX, American Standard, GROHE, TOSTEM and many more, we touch the lives of more than

a billion people each day, transforming houses into homes.

Our planet is the home we all share. So how we do business matters.

Our inclusive and empowering culture, entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to having a positive impact on the planet are integral to our business strategy.

LIXIL today is on a journey of transformation. The world around us is changing. Technological advances. Evolving needs. New demographics.

Shifting expectations. These changes serve as opportunities for solutions to be discovered, and to unlock progress for all.

We invite you to make this journey with us. It is as challenging as it is inspiring. Together we can shape the future of living. We’re a home for growth, for imagination, for creativity. A home for your talent and ambition.

A home for everyone.

Overview

Responsibilities

Lead the overall Lean transformation strategy, process optimization, and continuous improvement culture across the manufacturing plant. Maximize Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), eliminate waste (Muda), and reduce operational costs across critical ceramic processes, including body preparation, pressing/casting, glazing, continuous kiln firing, and packaging.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategy & Deployment (Hoshin Kanri): Define and execute the Operational Excellence roadmap aligned with plant goals for safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Ceramic Process Optimization: Lead waste‑reduction projects targeting scrap (green/fired breakage, glazing defects, shade/caliber variations) and optimize energy consumption in thermal operations (dryers and kilns).
• Kaizen & Methodologies: Facilitate VSM (Value Stream Mapping), TPM, 5S, SMED (for rapid mold, format, and glaze changeovers), and A3/Problem Solving workshops.
• Standardization & Visual Management: Establish Standard Work and Visual Management standards on the shop floor to maintain precise thermal, rheological, and mechanical process parameters.
• Change Management & Training: Build Lean/Six Sigma capabilities across all plant levels (from leadership to operators) to drive a proactive problem‑solving culture.
• KPI Management: Track and report key metrics including OEE, scrap reduction, cycle times, Autonomous Maintenance compliance, and hard cost savings.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Chemical, Mechanical, or Materials/Ceramics Engineering.
• Experience: 8+ years in continuous or discrete manufacturing, with at least 4–5 years leading continuous improvement or Lean initiatives in ceramic, glass, cement, or heavy thermal/chemical processing environments.
• Certifications: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt preferred.
• Technical Skills:
  • Advanced mastery of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Six Sigma, SMED, and VSM.
  • Practical understanding of thermal processes, pressing, slip/glaze rheology, and industrial automation.
  • Proficiency in statistical software (Minitab) and ERP/MES systems (e.g., SAP).
• Soft Skills: Influencing leadership, change management, strategic vision, strong communication across all organizational levels, and result‑oriented mindset.

Hiring Range

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EEO Statement

Declaración de Igualdad de Oportunidades de Empleo: AS Maquila México S. de R.L. de C.V. y American Standard B&K México, son empleadores que ofrecen igualdad de oportunidades. Todos los solicitantes que resulten calificados para la posición para la que apliquen, serán considerados para el empleo sin distinción de raza, color, religión, lugar de origen, ascendencia, orientación sexual, identidad de género, genética, discapacidad, estado civil, edad, estado civil, estado de salud, condición o cualquier otra característica protegida por la ley.