Lean Manufacturing Supervisor: Drive Improvement & Leadership

PEAK Technical Services Inc.; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PEAK Technical Services Inc. in Kent, WA seeks a first-line supervisor to assess production health, train staff, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. You will lead root-cause analysis, PDCA training, and coaching, while aligning with safety and quality standards to meet customer requirements.

The role involves developing standard work, directing workload, and coordinating with Engineering on launches and process improvements, embedding a culture of inclusivity and accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Materials Process Engineering.
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of Kaizen and Lean principles.
• Ability to assess department health using data and observation.
• Proven ability to implement effective improvement plans.
• Creative problem-solving mindset.
• Experience applying different leadership approaches.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Ability to work with people at all organizational levels.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct work activity of team members in the assigned area.
• Develop and deploy standardized work instructions for the department.
• Train and mentor team members in root cause analysis and PDCA.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities and eliminate waste.
• Champion Lean Kaizen events to identify cost and time savings.
• Coordinate new product launches with Engineering.
• Ensure process stability by following standardized work.
• Drive measurable cost reduction through improved processes and training.
• Promote and enforce safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Lean & Kaizen

Supervisory leadership

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Materials Process Engineering

Job description

PEAK Technical Services Inc. in Kent, WA seeks a first-line supervisor to assess production health, train staff, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. You will lead root-cause analysis, PDCA training, and coaching, while aligning with safety and quality standards to meet customer requirements.

The role involves developing standard work, directing workload, and coordinating with Engineering on launches and process improvements, embedding a culture of inclusivity and accountability.