Entry Lean Facilitator at Pace Labs Huntersville, NC

Itlearn360; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading process improvement firm in Huntersville, NC is seeking an Entry-Level Lean Facilitator to support continuous improvement efforts. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement Lean tools and methodologies, fostering a culture of continuous learning and problem-solving. Responsibilities include coaching teams, guiding process mapping, and standardizing best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. This role is perfect for those eager to drive meaningful change within an organization.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or related methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to engage and facilitate cross-functional teams.
• Organized, collaborative, and motivated to drive change.
• Comfortable using relevant business and productivity tools.

Responsibilities

• Coach the use of Lean tools to support team-led improvement efforts.
• Guide teams through process mapping and root cause analysis.
• Encourage creative problem-solving to enhance service and efficiency.
• Partner with teams to identify inefficiencies and execute initiatives.
• Document current and future state processes and improvement outcomes.
• Follow up with teams to ensure standard practices are applied.
• Develop and deliver training on Lean principles and best practices.
• Promote a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
• Champion the adoption of standardized processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Team facilitation

Organizational skills

Job description

Entry Lean Facilitator job at Pace Labs. Huntersville, NC.

Summary

We are seeking an Entry-Level Lean Facilitator to join our team and support continuous process improvement using lean methodology and tools. Continuous Improvement Specialist / Lean Facilitator: We’re looking for a motivatedContinuous Improvement Specialist / Lean Facilitator to join our team and help drive meaningful change across our network. In this role, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify inefficiencies, implement effective solutions, and promote standardization using proven methodologies like Lean. You’ll coach teams in applying Lean principles, build habits that lead to lasting improvements, and help translate complex workflows into clear, actionable standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to problem-solving efforts, foster collaboration, and support the development of scalable, repeatable solutions, while growing your own expertise in continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Coach the use of Lean tools such as A3, 5S, CEDAC, and value stream mapping to support team-led improvement efforts.
• Guide teams through process mapping and root cause analysis to visualize workflows and uncover inefficiencies.
• Encourage creative problem-solving to enhance service, efficiency, inventory management, cost control, and space utilization.
• Partner with teams to identify inefficiencies, plan and execute improvement initiatives, and implement sustainable, standardized solutions.
• Document current and future state processes, standard work, and improvement outcomes.
• Follow up with teams to ensure standard practices are being applied consistently and identify opportunities for further refinement or support.
• Develop and deliver training on Lean principles, quality tools, and best practices to build team capability and confidence.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning across all levels of the organization.
• Champion the adoption of standardized processes and foster a mindset of continuous improvement throughout the company.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or related methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to engage and facilitate cross-functional teams.
• Organized, collaborative, and motivated to drive change.
• Comfortable using relevant business and productivity tools.