Lean Transformation Leader — Make-to-Order Manufacturing

Talis Group, Inc.; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Talis Group, Inc. is recruiting a hands-on Production Leader for a Jeffersonville-area manufacturer specializing in custom wood products.

The role leads production operations, develops employees, and drives Lean and TOC initiatives to improve quality and delivery in a high-mix, low-volume, make-to-order environment. This one-shift role offers 40–45 hours per week with no weekends, a people-first culture, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, life and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or a related discipline preferred.
• 3+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience preferred.
• Lean manufacturing principles, standardized work, and continuous improvement initiatives with measurable results.
• Coach, motivate, and develop employees while building strong leadership teams.
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume, make-to-order, or custom manufacturing environments preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills with data-driven improvements.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated leadership experience and measurable results are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations through Team Leaders and production Associates, maintaining accountability for safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery.
• Develop and coach Team Leaders, strengthening leadership capabilities, employee engagement, problem-solving skills, and accountability.
• Maintain a strong presence on the production floor, working directly with employees to identify improvement opportunities and drive results.
• Build and sustain a Lean manufacturing environment using standardized work, visual management, workplace organization, and structured problem solving.
• Apply Theory of Constraints (TOC) principles to identify production bottlenecks, improve throughput, manage work-in-process, and reduce manufacturing lead times.
• Improve manufacturing flow, labor planning, material availability, and equipment reliability while maintaining the flexibility required for custom production.
• Partner across Scheduling, Purchasing, Engineering/Continuous Improvement, Maintenance, Quality, Customer Service, and Shipping to align priorities and resolve production challenges.
• Develop employee training programs, skills matrices, and cross-training opportunities to strengthen workforce capabilities and improve process consistency.
• Monitor key performance indicators and use production data, root-cause analysis, and employee input to eliminate recurring problems and drive measurable improvements.
• Support equipment, tooling, layout, and process improvements while building a positive workplace culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Team Leadership

Problem solving

Data analysis

ERP/MRP

Cross-functional teamwork

TOC

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Business

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Talis Group, Inc. is recruiting a hands-on Production Leader for a Jeffersonville-area manufacturer specializing in custom wood products.

The role leads production operations, develops employees, and drives Lean and TOC initiatives to improve quality and delivery in a high-mix, low-volume, make-to-order environment. This one-shift role offers 40–45 hours per week with no weekends, a people-first culture, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, life and