Lean Transformation Lead - Operational Excellence

Torrey Holistics; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian in Taunton, MA is seeking an Operational Excellence Manager to lead the Prysmian Performance System (PPS) and elevate safety, quality, delivery, and cost every day.

You will partner with the Plant Director to align a Hoshin Kanri strategy, drive Kaizen events, and embed standard work, daily management, and visual controls across the site.

Reporting to the Plant Director, you will mentor Lean leaders, measure SQDCG improvements, and build a robust bench of problem solvers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (industrial engineering strongly preferred).
• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience leading Kaizen and Continuous Improvement.
• Proficient in Gemba Kaizen, Value Stream Analysis, Visual & Daily Management, Hoshin Kanri, SMED, TPM, Standard Work Development, and 3P layout.
• Skilled Kaizen facilitator and talent spotter for future Lean-minded leaders.
• Proficiency in cost reduction and process flow optimization initiatives.
• Ability to prioritize multiple initiatives and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Own the Lean transformation agenda and the prioritization of initiatives.
• Facilitate high-impact Kaizen that removes constraints and transforms cost structures.
• Target high-volume, high-revenue value streams for maximum business impact.
• Embed Lean thinking into daily decisions through standard work, daily management, and visual systems.
• Coach operators, supervisors, and leaders—building a deep bench of problem solvers.

Skills

Lean Black Belt / CI Leader

Value Stream Transformation

Hoshin Kanri

SMED

TPM

Standard Work

Daily Management & Visual Systems

Influence senior leaders

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (industrial engineering strongly preferred)

Tools

Gemba Kaizen tools

3P layout

TAKT Time

Standard Work Combination Sheets

Standard WIP

Kaizen Newspaper

Job description

Prysmian in Taunton, MA is seeking an Operational Excellence Manager to lead the Prysmian Performance System (PPS) and elevate safety, quality, delivery, and cost every day.

You will partner with the Plant Director to align a Hoshin Kanri strategy, drive Kaizen events, and embed standard work, daily management, and visual controls across the site.

Reporting to the Plant Director, you will mentor Lean leaders, measure SQDCG improvements, and build a robust bench of problem solvers.