Lean Manufacturing Specialist

Sopra Steria; Carolina (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly transportation allowance

Hybrid work environment

All the equipment you need to succeed

Job summary

Sopra Steria Aeroline seeks a Lean Manufacturing Specialist to drive operational excellence across manufacturing environments. You will lead continuous improvement, optimize production processes, reduce waste, and raise productivity, quality, and performance by applying Lean principles and best practices.

You will collaborate with production, engineering, quality, supply chain, and leadership teams to deliver sustainable improvements and align with business objectives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence or Industrial Engineering.
• Proven track record leading process improvement and operational transformation initiatives.
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management or related field.
• Lean Manufacturing certification.
• Hands-on experience with VSM, Kaizen, 5S, Kanban, Pull Systems and SMED.
• Experience with root cause analysis, waste reduction and performance improvement.
• Proficiency in KPI development, performance measurement, and data analysis.
• Strong change management and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Excellent analytical and communication abilities.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead Operational Excellence initiatives to identify and address improvement opportunities.
• Design and implement optimized workflows, production processes and work standards.
• Improve plant layouts, material flow and overall efficiency.
• Support pull systems, Kanban and visual management implementations.
• Define and track KPIs; drive productivity, quality, delivery and cost improvements.
• Reduce cycle times, WIP, downtime and waste; support OEE improvements.
• Train and mentor teams on Lean principles and continuous improvement.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Operational Excellence

Continuous Improvement

Industrial Engineering

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

VSM (Value Stream Mapping)

Kaizen

Kanban

SMED

Pull Systems

5S

Job description

Company Description

Sopra Steria is a European leader in consulting, digital services, and software development, supporting its clients in their digital transformation through innovative and collaborative solutions. With 50,000 employees in nearly 30 countries and a revenue of €5.1 billion in 2022, we are committed to achieving sustainable results and placing people at the heart of technology.

The world is how we shape it.

For more information, visit us at www.soprasteria.com.

Are you ready to take on the challenge with us?

Join Sopra Steria Aeroline and become part of a forward-thinking team shaping the future of aerospace through digital innovation. If you are passionate about managing business accounts, aerospace technologies, and want to make a meaningful impact, we want to meet you!

Job Description

We are seeking a results-driven Lean Manufacturing Specialist to support operational excellence and industrial transformation initiatives within manufacturing environments. In this role, you will lead continuous improvement efforts, optimize production processes, reduce waste, and enhance productivity, quality, and overall operational performance through the application of Lean Manufacturing principles and best practices.

Working closely with production, engineering, quality, supply chain, and leadership teams, you will drive sustainable improvements that support business objectives and strengthen operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

1. Operational Excellence
   
   
   
   
   1. Conduct manufacturing assessments and performance analyses to identify improvement opportunities.
   
   
   2. Identify process inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and sources of waste across production operations.
   
   
   3. Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
   
   
   4. Facilitate Kaizen events, root cause analysis sessions, and problem-solving workshops.
   
   


2. Process Optimization
   
   
   
   
   1. Perform Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and end-to-end process analysis.
   
   
   2. Design and implement optimized workflows, production processes, and work standards.
   
   
   3. Improve plant layouts, material flow, and operational efficiency.
   
   
   4. Support the implementation of pull systems, Kanban, visual management, and other Lean tools.
   
   


3. Performance Improvement
   
   
   
   
   1. Define, track, and analyze operational KPIs.
   
   
   2. Drive improvements in productivity, quality, delivery performance, and cost efficiency.
   
   
   3. Reduce cycle times, work-in-progress (WIP), downtime, and production waste.
   
   
   4. Support Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) improvement initiatives.
   
   


4. Change Management & Leadership
   
   
   
   
   1. Train, coach, and mentor teams on Lean principles and continuous improvement practices.
   
   
   2. Foster a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.
   
   
   3. Facilitate stakeholder workshops, improvement reviews, and cross-functional collaboration.
   
   
   4. Support organizational transformation and the successful adoption of new processes and best practices.
   
   

Qualifications

Required Skills

• 5+ years of experience in Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, or Industrial Engineering.


• Proven track record of leading process improvement and operational transformation initiatives.


• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.


• Lean Manufacturing certification.


• Strong expertise in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies.


• Hands-on experience with Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Kaizen, 5S, Kanban, Pull Systems, and SMED.


• Experience with root cause analysis, waste reduction, process optimization, and performance improvement.


• Proficiency in KPI development, performance measurement, and data analysis.


• Strong change management, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional leadership skills.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and facilitation abilities.


• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering measurable business outcomes.


• Fluent in English.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience in the aerospace industry.


• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.


• French language skills.

Additional Information

At Sopra Steria, we believe in rewarding your talent and supporting your growth. Here’s what you can expect:

Competitive Compensation

• Attractive salary


• Annual performance bonus

Benefits That Matter

• Health, dental, and vision coverage


• Life and long-term disability insurance


• Optional add-ons: Accidental, Telemedicine, and Critical Illness coverage

Time for You

• 3 weeks of vacation


• Sick leave and personal days

Perks & Flexibility

• Monthly transportation allowance


• Hybrid work environment


• All the equipment you need to succeed

Grow With Us

• World-class training and development


• Clear paths for career advancement


• A caring, collaborative, and inclusive culture

Certified Excellence
We’re proud to be recognized as a “Great Place to Work"

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position.Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.

Sopra Steria is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our company works everyday to combat all forms of discrimination and promote a respectful working environment. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, and people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.