Lean Continuous Improvement Leader

Gategroup Holding; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401k with company match

Company sponsored life insurance

Medical, dental, vision plans

Disability insurance

Job summary

gategroup is seeking a Lean/OPEX professional to analyze material and information flows, guide unit management in productivity and quality improvements, and drive Lean initiatives across the operations unit in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes cost reduction, safety, and efficiency improvements.

The position requires strong analytical and leadership abilities, experience in manufacturing settings, and the ability to work autonomously with limited supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Economics, Science, Industrial Engineering or related field required.
• Minimum four (4) years’ experience in Lean Manufacturing or related experience as an Industrial Engineer.
• Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience in high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing techniques including Just in Time, 5S, value stream mapping, Kanban.

Responsibilities

• Plans and guides Unit management in productivity, material, waste, safety, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Drives continuous process improvements using Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Rolls out gateOPEX standardization program.
• Communicates with unit management on changes and implementation.
• Maintains Production System road maps and blue prints; analyzes major cost drivers like material, labor, and OOC.
• Conducts change management and supports performance management across the unit.

Skills

Analytical mind

Leadership

Time management

Problem solving

Autonomy

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Economics, Science, Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

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Job description

gategroup is seeking a Lean/OPEX professional to analyze material and information flows, guide unit management in productivity and quality improvements, and drive Lean initiatives across the operations unit in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes cost reduction, safety, and efficiency improvements.

The position requires strong analytical and leadership abilities, experience in manufacturing settings, and the ability to work autonomously with limited supervision.