Continuous Improvement Lean Advisor - Corporate

MacLean Power Systems; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MacLean Power Systems (MPS) seeks a senior Continuous Improvement Advisor focused on manufacturing optimization and cost savings to boost profitability and efficiency across nine facilities. The role leads Lean initiatives, mentors CI staff, and drives Model Line development under the CI Director and General Managers.

You will apply methodologies like 5S, VSM, SMED, and TPM, conduct facility Lean assessments, and travel ~50% to implement improvements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years related manufacturing/Lean experience.
• Experience in Lean and/or Engineering roles in manufacturing.
• Know-how of Lean methodologies and Kaizen.
• Experience planning and facilitating Kaizen events.
• ISO9001 certification and/or auditing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze designs, methods and internal manufacturing processes.
• Develop strategies and initiatives for operational efficiency.
• Implement process improvements and Lean changes in manufacturing methods.
• Apply Lean methodologies (5S, VSM, SMED, TPM, Kaizen).
• Support CI Director, Managers, Supervisors, and Engineers in Lean implementation.
• Conduct Lean Assessments at each facility and plan improvements with CI staff.
• Develop and train CI group in Kaizen methods and independent training.
• Develop and implement Model Lines under CI Director and GMs.
• Leverage existing CI Lean training to support methods across facilities.
• Work independently to meet goals and travel ~50%.

Skills

Lean expertise

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

English proficiency

Spanish (optional)

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

ISO9001 auditing experience

Certified Lean training

Job description

MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of engineered products and solutions used in the maintenance, repair, upgrade, and construction of transmission, distribution, and substation infrastructure. LEADING THE WAY™ in innovation, MPS is dedicated to keeping the power infrastructure performing optimally by supplying world-class solutions to fulfill the needs of customers who maintain electrical services to consumers worldwide. We operate seventeen facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers. Learn more at www.macleanpower.com

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.
• 50% average travel required.

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)
• Certified Lean training (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.
• Competencies/ Skills
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
• English competency. Spanish optional

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.