Lean Manufacturing Kaizen Leader

Hubbell Incorporated; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hubbell Incorporated is seeking a Lean Manufacturing Specialist to implement and sustain Kaizen across the plant, driving world-class Lean operations and a high-involvement culture.

You will train employees on Lean tools, organize Kaizen events, monitor improvements, and lead 5S and visual management programs while coordinating with Lean personnel across the business unit. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Manufacturing, 3 years’ experience, and Lean Certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.
• 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Lean tool experience (required).
• Prior Kaizen team leadership required.
• Lean Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organizing and coordinating Kaizen activities, including planning and execution of Kaizen events/teams.
• Training employees on Lean tools as needed to assure complete familiarity and ease of use.
• Acting as Facilitator, Team Leader, or Team Member on Kaizen events and Day 1 trainings.
• Leading Planning and Review sessions to develop Kaizen event schedules based on business goals, needs and risks.
• Monitoring performance vs. improvement targets and 90-day sustainment of Kaizen improvements.
• Promoting Continuous Improvement/Kaizen activities throughout the plant and coordinating with Lean personnel across units.

Skills

Lean tools

Kaizen leadership

5S

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/related field

Job description

Hubbell Incorporated is seeking a Lean Manufacturing Specialist to implement and sustain Kaizen across the plant, driving world-class Lean operations and a high-involvement culture.

You will train employees on Lean tools, organize Kaizen events, monitor improvements, and lead 5S and visual management programs while coordinating with Lean personnel across the business unit. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Manufacturing, 3 years’ experience, and Lean Certification preferred.