Lean Manufacturing Leader & Team Coach

Ariens Co.; Town of Brillion (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Onsite Health Clinic

Paid holidays

Employee Product Purchase

Job summary

AriensCo is seeking a Manufacturing Leader to direct daily operations across a department, ensuring continuous production and adherence to customer requirements and company goals.

You will coach and develop team members, champion safety and quality, and drive lean initiatives such as improving OEE and takt time to shorten lead times. This role offers growth opportunities in a collaborative, hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years related leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and development of people.
• Working knowledge of Lean tools (6S, Kaizen, etc.).
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations, including scheduling, staffing, training, and safety compliance.
• Coach and develop team; conduct performance evaluations and corrective actions as needed.
• Coordinate activities to meet schedules; improve OEE, takt time, and lead times.
• Encourage teamwork across departments to improve productivity and quality.
• Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives to reduce waste and optimize processes.
• Perform special assignments as required.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing

Team coaching

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

6S

Kaizen

Job description

AriensCo is seeking a Manufacturing Leader to direct daily operations across a department, ensuring continuous production and adherence to customer requirements and company goals.

You will coach and develop team members, champion safety and quality, and drive lean initiatives such as improving OEE and takt time to shorten lead times. This role offers growth opportunities in a collaborative, hands-on environment.