Material Flow Lean Lead | Kanban & Kaizen Champion

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Apodaca; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive and inclusive work环境

Commitment to work-life balance and员工福

Meaningful projects that make a diff

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking a Lean/Operations specialist in Mexico to lead Kanban implementation, Kaizen events, and cross-functional process improvements. You will train staff, analyze metrics, and ensure adherence to Lean principles to optimize production flow.

The role emphasizes data-driven improvements, leadership in lean transformation, and collaboration with diverse teams to drive efficiency and quality across manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or operations environment.
• Strong understanding of Lean principles, particularly Kanban.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate teams.
• Proficiency in data analysis and performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and management of Kanban systems to optimize workflow and material movement.
• Facilitate Kaizen events to identify opportunities for improvement and eliminate waste.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production processes and ensure alignment with Lean principles.
• Train and mentor team members on Pull system methodology and Lean practices.
• Analyze data and metrics to drive continuous improvements and report on progress to management.
• Utilize Lean tools and methodologies to assess current processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Engage with team members to foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
• Develop training materials and conduct workshops to educate staff on Kanban and Lean techniques.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of Kanban systems and make necessary adjustments.
• Provide regular updates and feedback to management about project statuses and team performance.

Skills

Lean principles

Kanban

Data analysis

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking a Lean/Operations specialist in Mexico to lead Kanban implementation, Kaizen events, and cross-functional process improvements. You will train staff, analyze metrics, and ensure adherence to Lean principles to optimize production flow.

The role emphasizes data-driven improvements, leadership in lean transformation, and collaboration with diverse teams to drive efficiency and quality across manufacturing operations.