Lean Manager

E488 Sulzer Pumps Solutions Inc.; Easley (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PTO

12 Paid Holidays

Annual Bonus

Full Medical-Dental-Vision

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401K with Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Gym Reimbursement

Job summary

Sulzer in Easley, SC is seeking a Lead Project Expert to manage large-scale, complex projects and guide others in project management methods. This role focuses on planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement to ensure on-time delivery.

The position requires Lean Black Belt certification and a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred). It is 100% on-site at the Easley factory, with opportunities to drive continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives.

Qualifications

• Manage large, complex projects end-to-end with limited oversight.
• Coach and review work of lower level professionals.
• Apply Lean principles to improve delivery and flow.

Responsibilities

• Manage large-scale, complex projects and provide expert guidance on PM methodologies.
• Plan, execute, and engage stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery.
• Lead lean initiatives to improve delivery performance and lead times.
• Prepare performance reports and support corporate initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Lean principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Lean Black Belt certification

Job description

About the role

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation.

Job Summary

The Lead Project Expert is responsible for managing large-scale, complex projects and providing expert guidance on project management methodologies and tools. This role ensures successful project delivery through effective planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement. This job profile is intended for recognized subject matter experts in a job area. Required to manage large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager. Coaches, reviews and delegates work to lower level professionals. Lean Black Belt certification is required for this role. A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is preferred. At factory level, use lean manufacturing principles to achieve operational business targets. Assist supervisor and managers with action plan to achieve company objectives. Support manufacturing improvements through tooling and equipment design and equipment specification development. Improve On Time Delivery and Lead Times through the implementation of continuous flow, layout optimization, pull-system and speed up flows by coaching and/or leading lean principles workshops. Contribute to Factory Improvement Plan. Review continuous improvement plans and cost-saving projections, challenging where necessary, and provide feedback that drives additional improvements. Support continuous failure analysis in cooperation with affected areas. Improve Root Cause Analysis knowledge and utilization within the organization. Prepare and submit performance reports as required. Support corporate initiatives as defined by the Management Team. This role is 100% on-site at our Easley Factory.

What we offer you

• Competitive Paid Time Off
• 12 Company Paid Holidays per year
• Annual Bonus Program
• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance 6% 401K or Roth Company Match with Immediate Vesting
• Company Paid Retirement Security Contributions following 1 year of employment
• Tuition Reimbursement/Educational Assistance
• Quarterly Gym Reimbursement

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment. We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. By supporting water and energy security, enabling the energy transition and driving the use of circular technologies, we help our customers build a better world. With more than 13'000 employees and 160 world-class production facilities and service centers across the globe, we are a globally diverse team. We value the uniqueness of all our colleagues, and we appreciate the contributions that each of us makes to the company’s success. We prioritize your health and safety and are committed to offering a work environment in which you can thrive.