Lean Transformation Leader for BPI Training

HNI Workplace Furnishings, LLC; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HNI Corporation is seeking a Lean Development Manager to lead lean transformation efforts within HNI Workplace Furnishings. This role partners with the BPI team and leadership to drive lean vision, increase talent, and deploy BPI tools to achieve sustainable results.

Responsibilities include leading problem solving events, mentoring leaders, developing training materials, and coordinating Kaizen schedules. Travel 30-50% domestically, with potential Mexico assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Operations Management.
• Experience and training in Hoshin Kanri with practical implementation.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and lead problem solving events and workshops to drive improved business results.
• Support Hoshin Kanri training and deployment
• Mentor members in lean practices and tools
• Develop BPI training materials and deliver practical, hands-on training and facilitate workshops in BPI methodology to eliminate waste
• Promote a continuous learning environment.
• Collaborate with business leaders to develop and drive adherence to BPI standards.
• Schedule, facilitate, and participate in HNI Operations System Assessments and update supporting documents
• Coordinate external consultants and manage kaizen event schedules
• Provide member development opportunities through coordination of external benchmarking visits, lean study tours, conferences, and virtual training.
• Communicate best practices within the organization, championing leverage across all business
• Travel: 30-50% is expected, mostly domestic, but could include Mexico

Skills

Lean principles

Problem solving

Change management

Team leadership

Presentation skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Operations Management

Tools

Hoshin Kanri

RCI

Kaizen

Job description

HNI Corporation is seeking a Lean Development Manager to lead lean transformation efforts within HNI Workplace Furnishings. This role partners with the BPI team and leadership to drive lean vision, increase talent, and deploy BPI tools to achieve sustainable results.

Responsibilities include leading problem solving events, mentoring leaders, developing training materials, and coordinating Kaizen schedules. Travel 30-50% domestically, with potential Mexico assignments.