Lean Transformation Manager – Manufacturing Excellence

Eaton; Troy Township (IL); On-site; USD 113,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton’s ES GEIS BLD division in Troy, IL is seeking a Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager to lead lean transformation at the on-site facility. The role includes driving process improvements, coaching teams, and deploying the OpA framework to strengthen accountability.

You will map value streams, design future-state configurations, track KPIs, and facilitate reviews to ensure progress toward operational goals and safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Five years of experience in operations/continuous improvement in manufacturing.
• Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead lean transformation at the Troy, IL facility to drive waste reduction and improved material flow.
• Develop employees’ problem-solving skills via training, coaching, Kaizen events, and 5S initiatives.
• Manage OpA deployment, KPI tracking, and future-state design to meet site goals.

Skills

Lean Methodologies

Kaizen

Value Stream Mapping

5S

Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

MS or MBA preferred

Job description

Eaton’s ES GEIS BLD division in Troy, IL is seeking a Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager to lead lean transformation at the on-site facility. The role includes driving process improvements, coaching teams, and deploying the OpA framework to strengthen accountability.

You will map value streams, design future-state configurations, track KPIs, and facilitate reviews to ensure progress toward operational goals and safety and quality standards.