Lean Transformation Manager

100Hires, Inc.; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian is seeking a Lean Transformation Lead to own the site-wide Lean roadmap and drive measurable improvements across safety, quality, delivery, and cost. You will partner directly with the Site Director to prioritize opportunities and ensure sustainability through standard work and daily management.

This role emphasizes real influence over Kaizen events and daily decisions, not just projects, with the aim of building a durable Lean culture and a pipeline of future Lean leaders at the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (industrial engineering strongly preferred).
• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with leadership in Kaizen, Continuous Improvement.

Responsibilities

• Own the transformation and build a site-wide Lean roadmap aligned to business strategy (Hoshin Kanri).
• Partner with Site Director to prioritize high-impact opportunities and drive measurable gains across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Growth.
• Lead high-impact Kaizen events focusing on flow, constraint removal, and cost transformation.

Skills

Lean Black Belt

CI Leader

Value Stream Transformation

Hoshin Kanri

SMED

TPM

Standard Work

Daily Management

Gemba Kaizen

Agile / PROSCI

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

SPC

3P Layout

Job description

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year Prysmian manufacturers thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.We are almost 29,000 employees, across 52 countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us. Make Your Mark at Prysmian!Lead Transformation, Not EventsIf you’re a true Lean leader, you already know the difference, anyone can run Kaizen events. Very few can **transform a site, influence senior leadership, and deliver sustained results. **That’s exactly what this role is built for.Why This Role Will Stand Out to You - This isn’t a “support” CI role.You willown the transformation agenda.Direct line to the Site Director and leadership teamFull responsibility for shaping and driving the site’s Lean strategyAuthority to influence what gets worked on—and what doesn’tA mandate to deliver real, measurable business impact (not activity metrics)If you’ve ever been frustrated by:Leadership that “talks Lean” but doesn’t commitKaizen events that don’t stickCI roles with no real influence…this is the environment you’ve been looking for.What You’ll Actually DoOwn the TransformationBuild and drive a site-wide Lean roadmap aligned to business strategy (Hoshin Kanri)Partner directly with the Site Director to prioritize the highest-impact opportunitiesDrive measurable gains across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and GrowthLead Where It MattersFacilitate high-impact Kaizen events focused on flow, constraint removal, and cost transformationTarget high-volume, high-revenue value streams where results matter mostEnsure every initiative delivers hard, tracked results—not theoretical improvementsBe the Change Agent Others Aren’tChallenge leadership teams when needed—and bring them alongEmbed Lean thinking into daily decisions, not just projectsEnsure sustainability through standard work, daily management, and accountability systemsBuild a Lean Culture (Not Just Tools)Develop operators, supervisors, and leaders into capable problem solversCoach the organization on how to think, not just what to doCreate a pipeline of future Lean leaders across the siteWhat You Bring (And What We’re Really Looking For)You’re not just certified. You’ve delivered results:Experienced Lean Black Belt / CI Leader in manufacturingProven track record of driving measurable improvements (cost, throughput, lead time, etc.)Deep expertise in:Value Stream TransformationFlow & Pull SystemsHoshin KanriSMED, TPM, Standard WorkDaily Management & Visual SystemsBut more importantly:You know how to influence leaders who don’t report to youYou’ve successfully changed behavior, not just processesYou push for impact over activityStrong DifferentiatorsLean systems experience (TPS, Danaher, etc.)Advanced problem-solving and analytics (SPC, regression, hypothesis testing)Change leadership credentials (PROSCI, Agile, etc.)The Bottom LineThis role is for someone who wants to:Own a transformation—not just participate in oneBuild something that actually lastsOperate as a true strategic partner, not a support functionIf you’re already succeeding where you are—but know you could have greater impact in the right environment—this is that opportunity.Required Competencies, Education, and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in engineering (industrial engineering strongly preferred)3 - 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with leadership in Kaizen, Continuous Improvement.Proficient in Gemba Kaizen, Value Stream Analysis, Visual & Daily Management, Hoshin Kanri, SMED, TPM, Standard Work Development, and 3P Layout.Strong ability to facilitate Kaizen Events on these methods and tools and helping to identify future Lean minded personnel.Proficiency leading cost reduction and process flow improvement initiatives.Proficiency with Kaizen tools, such as 3P, TAKT Time, Standard Work Combination Sheets, Standard WIP and Kaizen Newspaper.Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Ability to provide leadership and strategic direction as part of the site leadership team.Preferred Qualifications:Lean Master on TPS or Danaher Business System Certification.Project management experience with a proven track record of meeting timelines or proactively adjusting to achieve planned goals.Agile certification such as SCALE.Change management such as PROSCI certification.Strong analytical background - SPC, Hypothesis Testing, Regression, and Correlation Analysis.Problem-solving skills, such as 5-Whys, 8D, Shainin, etc.You should be proficient in:Leadership / People ManagementBachelor's DegreeContinuous ImprovementKaizenLean Manufacturing Principles