Lean Six Sigma Leader for Continuous Improvement & Kaizen

Crane NXT, Co.; Nashua (NH); In loco; USD 110.000 - 170.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Crane Currency in Nashua, NH is seeking a seasoned Continuous Improvement Manager to lead Lean initiatives across receipt of order through manufacturing and distribution, driving cost reductions and process excellence.

You will champion Kaizen events, mentor teams, and align site improvements with Crane Business Model and global metrics, delivering measurable savings and sustaining a culture of Always Improving.

Competenze

• BS Engineering or Operations Management.
• 10+ years in continuous improvement, preferably in manufacturing.
• 5+ years in leadership of continuous improvement teams.
• Proven ability in problem-solving methodologies and rigor.
• Track record of reducing waste/cost and improving process control.
• Experience with process control, troubleshooting and refinement in continuous manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma; fluency in TPS methods.

Mansioni

• Promote and lead the Crane Business Model by driving improvements across the organization.
• Develop a clear Kaizen Road map aligned to strategic plans and facilitate Kaizen Events with metrics reporting.
• Support senior management in fostering a lean manufacturing culture using Kaizen tools such as SMED, Standard Work, and Value Stream Mapping; develop tool champions.
• Lead training and development to enhance departmental flexibility and cross-functional skills.
• Identify productivity savings at the site and translate into year-over-year cost benefits.
• Develop a savings funnel across people, materials, and other categories; activate opportunities as needed.
• Report progress of projects with mitigation plans for savings gaps.
• Drive continuous improvement culture and ensure sustainable implementation of improvements.

Conoscenze

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Data analysis

Formazione

BS Engineering or Operations Management

BS Chemical Engineering

Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt

Strumenti

SMED

Standard Work

Value Stream Mapping

Kaizen events

Descrizione del lavoro

Crane Currency in Nashua, NH is seeking a seasoned Continuous Improvement Manager to lead Lean initiatives across receipt of order through manufacturing and distribution, driving cost reductions and process excellence.

You will champion Kaizen events, mentor teams, and align site improvements with Crane Business Model and global metrics, delivering measurable savings and sustaining a culture of Always Improving.