Kaizen & Lean Process Improvement Coordinator

Mann + Hummel, Inc.; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MANN+HUMMEL in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Continuous Improvement Coordinator to lead Lean initiatives, Kaizen events, and process improvements across manufacturing and logistics. The role focuses on boosting productivity, optimizing labor/material flow, and reducing costs while advancing the MHPS framework.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in Lean/CI, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency with ERP and manufacturing layout tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial, manufacturing, mechanical engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Lean initiatives and Kaizen events across manufacturing and logistics operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, optimize labor and material flow, reduce costs, and strengthen MHPS standards.
• Support implementation and continuous improvement of MHPS.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Project coordination

Communication

Microsoft Office

Cross-functional collaboration

Facilitation

Kaizen events

Value stream mapping

Line balancing

Material flow optimization

ERP systems (SAP)

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

AutoCAD

Job description

MANN+HUMMEL in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Continuous Improvement Coordinator to lead Lean initiatives, Kaizen events, and process improvements across manufacturing and logistics. The role focuses on boosting productivity, optimizing labor/material flow, and reducing costs while advancing the MHPS framework.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in Lean/CI, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency with ERP and manufacturing layout tools.