Lean Program Manager: Operational Excellence Lead

Freudenberg; Bristol (NH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vacation

Paid Holidays

Personal Development

Job summary

Freudenberg in Bristol, NH is seeking a Lean Program Manager to drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. You will lead complex projects from problem identification through implementation, measurement, and sustainment, applying Lean methods such as Kaizen, value stream mapping, and Six Sigma/DMAIC.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing/Lean with strong leadership, facilitation, and data-driven decision making. On-site work with cross-functional collaboration is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or Supply Chain.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations, Lean, or continuous improvement.
• Proven ability to lead complex projects from problem identification through implementation, measurement, the long-term sustainment.
• Hands-on knowledge of Lean manufacturing and structured problem-solving methods like Kaizen, value stream mapping, standard work, 5S, root-cause analysis, visual management, and Six Sigma/DMAIC.

Responsibilities

• Lead Lean continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
• Plan, execute, and sustain projects with measurable impact.
• Engage cross-functional teams and business leaders to drive change without direct authority.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Project leadership

Problem solving

Data analysis

Facilitation

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field

Tools

Kaizen

Value stream mapping

5S

DMAIC (Six Sigma)

Job description

Freudenberg in Bristol, NH is seeking a Lean Program Manager to drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. You will lead complex projects from problem identification through implementation, measurement, and sustainment, applying Lean methods such as Kaizen, value stream mapping, and Six Sigma/DMAIC.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing/Lean with strong leadership, facilitation, and data-driven decision making. On-site work with cross-functional collaboration is expected.