Continuous Improvement Lean Advisor - Corporate

Dotson; Fort Mill (SC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MacLean Power Systems (MPS) in Fort Mill, SC seeks a seasoned Continuous Improvement Advisor to drive manufacturing operational efficiency and cost savings across nine facilities. You will analyze processes, develop and deploy Lean initiatives, and coach teams in Kaizen and other Lean methods to boost profitability and performance.

The role requires extensive Lean experience, leadership, and the ability to work across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree or 6 years with a Master’s degree.
• Lean Subject Matter Expert with manufacturing experience in Lean/Engineering.
• Understanding of Lean methodologies and principles.
• Development of Kaizen schedule with full planning, facilitation, and follow-up experience.
• ISO9001 certification or auditing experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze designs, methods and internal manufacturing processes.
• Develop strategies and initiatives for operational efficiency.
• Implement process improvements and changes in manufacturing methods.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean tools (5S, VSM, SMED, TPM, Kaizen).
• Support CI Director, Managers, Supervisors, and Engineers in Lean implementation.
• Conduct Lean Assessments at each facility and plan improvements.
• Develop and train CI group in Kaizen methods and training delivery.
• Develop and implement Model Lines under CI leadership.
• Utilize existing CI Lean training to propagate methods across facilities.
• Work independently to meet scheduled goals and manage large projects.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Problem solving

Leadership

Manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Master’s degree

Job description

Fort Mill, SC, USA

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission-critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company. A dedicated workforce of over 2,000 team members worldwide, MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety. Our focus on vertical integration ensures the highest standards across our product lines. We operate seventeen production facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers.

At MPS, we strive to create a workplace that embodies respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through our Mission Zero initiative.

Job Summary

The Continuous Improvement Advisor focuses on manufacturing operational improvement and cost savings to improve the organization’s profitability and efficiency.

Job Duties

• Analyze designs, methods and internal manufacturing processes
• Develop strategies and initiatives for operational efficiency
• Implement process improvements and changes in manufacturing methods
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives using various Lean methodologies and principles (e.g., 5S, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Single Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Kaizen, etc.)
• Support CI Director, Managers, Supervisors, and Engineers in the implementation of Lean methods and principles throughout the nine facilities.
• Conduct Lean Assessments at each facility as a baseline and develop a plan of improvement with CI staff.
• Develop and train CI group in Kaizen methods, supporting their development to become independent trainers.
• Develop and implement Model Lines under the direction of the CI Director and General Managers.
• Use existing CI Lean training classes to support existing methods throughout the facilities.
• Work independently to meet scheduled goals.
• Remote position depending on location to MPS location.
• Managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager.
• Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower-level professionals.
• Problems faced are difficult and often complex.

Experience and Education

• A minimum of 8 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree; or equivalent experience.
• Lean Subject Matter Expert.
• Manufacturing experience in a Lean and/or Engineering position
• Understanding and use of Lean methodologies and principles
• Development of Kaizen schedule with full planning, facilitation, and follow-up experience.
• Implementation of Lean programs with buy-in at every level of the organization.
• ISO9001 certification and/or auditing experience.
• 12 years manufacturing experience in a Lean and/or Engineering position (preferred)
• Automotive or Medical industry experience (preferred)
• Safely work within an industrial facility both in the aisles and in the assembly, machining, and foundry areas, lifting 50 lbs.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.

EOE-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Various agencies of the United States Government require employers to maintain information on applicants pertaining to factors such as race, sex, and type of position for which an individual applies. The information requested is voluntary and for compliance with certain record keeping requirements. MacLean Power, LLC has a long-standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all its associates and applicants for employment. MacLean Power, LLC believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status.

All job offers are conditional, upon successful completion of pre-employment screening, including criminal checks, drug testing, employment, and education verification.