Lean Process Improvement Consultant

raymondcorpcareers; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Medical, Dental & Vision

100% 401(k) match up to 6%

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Recognition & Kaizen rewards

Career development opportunities

Job summary

The Raymond Corporation in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Lean Process Improvement Consultant to support Raybuilt, Parts Distribution and Micro-logistics. You’ll work with a diverse team to drive continuous improvement using Lean methodologies.

You will lead process discovery, value-stream mapping, and coaching across levels to strengthen lean culture. Travel up to 25% may be required; on-site at Syracuse. Competitive compensation with world-class benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in operations, supply chain, business, quality, engineering or related field and 8 years of experience OR a 16 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Previous experience in a Lean practicing organization.
• Lean experience in a Toyota Production Systems environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow Lean roadmaps to implement 5S, standard work, visual management, JIT, Jidoka and KPI management.
• Build trust with leaders to facilitate a continuous improvement culture (Kaizen).
• Lead process discovery and value-stream mapping with stakeholders to identify improvement opportunities.
• Leverage experience to coach multi-level teams to build lean culture.
• Assist teams through their lean journey, best practices, and team development.
• Apply PDCA and Toyota Industries Business Practice methodologies and coach teams.

Skills

Lean expertise

Toyota Production Systems

Leadership

Communication

Kaizen/continuous improvement

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in operations, supply chain, business, quality, engineering or related field

16 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree

Job description

Join our Raymond Team as a Lean Process Improvement Consultant!

The Role:

We’re seeking a passionate and dedicated Lean Process Improvement Consultantwho brings enthusiasm and expertise to the table. In this role, you’ll support Raybuilt, Parts Distribution and Micro-logistics while collaborating with a dynamic and diverse team to achieve shared goals. We value innovative and creative ideas—yes, even during meetings (where snacks are always welcome). If you enjoy tackling challenges with positivity and a bit of humor, you’ll feel right at home here.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Follow the Raymond Lean Management & Toyota Lean Management roadmap to influence business units to implement 5S, standard work, visual management, Just in Time, Jidoka and KPI Management.


• Build trust with leaders to facilitate a continuous improvement culture (Kaizen)


• Prepares and lead process discovery – process or value stream mapping – with key stakeholders to identify current conditions and opportunity to improve efficiency and sustainability


• Leverages experience to coach and advise multi-level teams to build lean culture


• Assists teams through their lean journey, best practice processes, and team development


• Applies Plan Do Check Act and Toyota Industries Business Practice methodologies to daily work and coaches in this manner

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s Degree in operations, supply chain, business, quality, engineering or related field and 8 years of experience OR a 16 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree


• Previous experience in a Lean practicing organization

What Sets You Apart:

• Lean experience in a Toyota Production Systems environment – emphasizing human capital and total company culture


• Experience sustaining and promoting Lean culture as a senior leader, advisor, or continuous improvement manager/lean consultant


• Deep academic understanding and experience in application of key Lean concepts


• Excellent communication skills to build trusting relationships with stakeholders

Where and When You’ll Work:

• This position is based on-site at our Syracuse, NY location, where you’ll collaborate closely with your team in a dynamic workplace.


• May require travel up to 25% of time

What Your Total Compensation & Benefits Package will look like:

Salary -$94, 020 - $ 120,538 per year. Compensation depends on the selected candidate’s education and experience.

World Class Benefits:

• Competitive Salary


• Generous Paid Time Off and 13 Paid Holidays


• Affordable Medical plans and no-cost Dental & Vision options


• 100% 401(k) match up to 6%


• Company-Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability


• Tuition Assistance Program


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health care, legal support, and financial guidance


• Recognition and Kaizen (continuous improvement) Reward Programs


• Meaningful opportunities for personal and professional development


• Best in class work culture!

Together Let’s Innovate. Build. Grow.

Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA), the industry leader in forklift sales, comprises two main brands: Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation. We believe investing in the best people, products, and processes will fuel our future success, and we will always be driven by our foundational principles of “respect for people” and “continuous improvement”. With opportunities across North America, we are confident you will find the right position within TMHNA that can help you build a long, fulfilling career.