Lean Plant Operations Leader

ES Utilities South Dakota-USA; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid vacation

Wellness programs

Job summary

Terex Corporation seeks an experienced Plant Lean Manager to drive the Lean initiative and lead the Plant’s transformation. You will coach teams, guide Kaizen events, and improve material flow while coordinating with operations leadership to sustain gains and maintain safety and productivity.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, continuous improvement, and a strong focus on waste elimination and standard work across manufacturing disciplines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level engineering/related field required; 5+ years in manufacturing leadership.
• Experienced in Lean manufacturing, quality programs, safety, and Six Sigma or SPC.
• Strong knowledge of machining, welding, and paint; familiarity with assembly processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; capable problem solving and financial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead Lean manufacturing initiatives to eliminate waste and reduce inventory.
• Improve material flow and coach teams during Kaizen events.
• Ensure 5S visual management and cross-department problem resolution.
• Collaborate with division/plant management on Lean projects; report progress to Director of Operations.
• Empower employees and make Lean the standard way of working.
• Oversee safety processes, labor levels, discipline when needed, and budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Quality programs

Safety

Six Sigma/SPC

Machining

Welding

Paint processes

Assembly processes

PC skills

Communication

Problem solving

Financial metrics

Change agent

Team empowerment

Kaizen

Education

BS/BA Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Terex Corporation seeks an experienced Plant Lean Manager to drive the Lean initiative and lead the Plant’s transformation. You will coach teams, guide Kaizen events, and improve material flow while coordinating with operations leadership to sustain gains and maintain safety and productivity.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, continuous improvement, and a strong focus on waste elimination and standard work across manufacturing disciplines.