Lean Transformation Facilitator

J.B. Poindexter & Co.; Sturgis (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Olson LLC seeks a Continuous Improvement Facilitator to drive Kaizen events and improve manufacturing processes. You will report results to upper management and lead daily management, 5S and problem-solving activities across the plant.

You’ll coordinate Kaizen events, prepare for sessions, train team members, and advance Lean initiatives to reduce waste and improve customer satisfaction in a high-volume walk-in van body production environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent in problem solving techniques with lean focus.
• Proven track record in leading Kaizens.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Solid computer skills with MS Office suite.
• High school diploma and college/tech training related to TPS or lean.
• Organizational skills with task focus.
• Analytical with ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Daily Management System.
• Manage EASE Software used for Daily Management, 5S Audits, LPAs, and Safety Audits.
• Prep for Kaizen Events and track performance.
• Conduct weekly orientation.
• Coordinate department-hosted events.
• Train team members on lean concepts, 5S, Daily Management and problem solving.

Skills

Problem solving

Kaizen facilitation

Communication

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word/Outlook

Education

High School Diploma and 2 years college/trade school

Tools

EASE Software

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Morgan Olson LLC seeks a Continuous Improvement Facilitator to drive Kaizen events and improve manufacturing processes. You will report results to upper management and lead daily management, 5S and problem-solving activities across the plant.

You’ll coordinate Kaizen events, prepare for sessions, train team members, and advance Lean initiatives to reduce waste and improve customer satisfaction in a high-volume walk-in van body production environment.