Lean Systems Coach

Lucid Motors; King Abdullah Economic City; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electric vehicle manufacturer is looking for a Lean Systems Coach in King Abdullah Economic City, Saudi Arabia. The role involves implementing lean manufacturing principles, coaching team members, and optimizing production processes to enhance quality and efficiency. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and at least 3 years of experience in a related field. Competitive benefits and opportunities for career advancement are available.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Vacation and 401k

Participation in equity program

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related experience in a lean role.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing principles.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Implement Lucid Production System principles across operations.
• Assist in Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Conduct audits and training on lean principles.

Skills

Lean principles

Coaching/mentoring

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Business Process Automation tools

Job description

Overview

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility. At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.

We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.

Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

Responsibilities

The Lean Systems Coach will report to the Lean Systems Manager and will be responsible for supporting the development & implementation of the Lucid Production System’s lean manufacturing programs. This includes taking a hands-on, on-the-shop floor role in driving Lean manufacturing culture, continuous improvement, cost optimization, problem solving, standardization, and other lean tools. The Lean Systems Coach will work with team members from all levels of the organization to support and lead projects to improve safety, minimize production issues and costs, and enhance vehicle quality. They will develop, implement, and maintain tools, systems, and training needed to optimize engagement in the operations performance continuous improvement.

You Will:

• Ensure Lucid Production System principles are implemented across all operational areas
• Optimize employee engagement in all Lucid Production System programs
• Assist in eliminating roadblocks to Continuous Improvement
• Train and coach all levels and functions in lean principles and their applications
• Conduct layered audits and process reviews
• Lead and support departmental Gemba walks
• Monitor departmental performance and analyze data to identify opportunities for reducing costs and improving productivity, utilization, and quality
• Support Manufacturing initiatives that ensure factory performance objectives are met in all key performance areas
• Develop, implement, and maintain Lean tools, systems, and procedures for lean programs, with emphasis on problem solving, performance management, continuous improvement, 5S (5S plus Safety), and standardization
• Champion regular Kaizen workshops with cross-functional teams to implement continuous improvement opportunities
• Utilize Business Process Automation tools to ensure proper monitoring for the operation performance
• Manage work instruction software and ensure standard compliance beside authoring and control needed changes

Qualifications

You Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required; Industrial, Mechanical, or Production Engineering preferred
• 3+ years of related experience required
• Automotive manufacturing continuous improvement experience; relative Lean role experience is a plus
• Strong understanding of manufacturing principles, both theory and hands-on practice
• Motivation with excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Skilled in coaching/mentoring in on-the-job application of new skills
• Ability to lead without authority
• Knowledge of production processes, costs, quality controls, logistics, and other areas of manufacturing
• Knowledge of TPM, Autonomous Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance or similar maintenance programs
• Solid problem-solving background, including 8D methodology
• Lean tools such as time studies, data analysis, capacity analysis, and work instruction development
• Strong presentation development skills and proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite

Additional Compensation and Benefits

Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs. (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)

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