Lean & SPS Engineer: Process Improvement & Training

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG; Fort Mill, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Generous 401(k) matching (up to 6%)

Professional development opportunities

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG in Fort Mill, SC, seeks an Industrial/Continuous Improvement Specialist to initiate, support, and review SPS activities, driving lean standards, workplace design, and value stream initiatives across assigned areas.

You will train teams on SPS methodologies, facilitate workshops, document outcomes, and support management in coaching improvement processes while reporting on SPS status and long-term impact. Domestic travel up to 25% is required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1+ years of experience in lean management or continuous improvement role.
• Strong knowledge of SPS or similar lean production systems and tools.
• Proficient in communicating and training cross-functional teams.
• Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving and project facilitation skills.
• Must be willing to travel 25% of the time. (Domestic 20% / International 5%)
• Must be authorized to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, support, and review SPS activities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across assigned organizational areas.
• Lead the implementation of SPS standards, including lean management, workplace design, supply chain management, and value stream design.
• Train teams on SPS methodologies and share best practices to foster continuous improvement.
• Facilitate workshops and projects, document outcomes, and support management in coaching improvement processes.
• Conduct thorough reviews of SPS implementation status within organizational units to ensure alignment and progress.
• Evaluate and report the costs and benefits of SPS initiatives, ensuring sustainability and long-term impact.

Skills

Lean management

Continuous improvement

Analytical mindset

Problem solving

Project facilitation

Cross-functional communication

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

SPS tools

Lean production systems

Job description

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG in Fort Mill, SC, seeks an Industrial/Continuous Improvement Specialist to initiate, support, and review SPS activities, driving lean standards, workplace design, and value stream initiatives across assigned areas.

You will train teams on SPS methodologies, facilitate workshops, document outcomes, and support management in coaching improvement processes while reporting on SPS status and long-term impact. Domestic travel up to 25% is required.