Lean Transformation Specialist

Silfex, a Lam Research Company; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Silfex, a Lam Research Company, is seeking a Lean/CI change agent to advance value stream mapping, waste reduction, and process improvement across office and shop floor. The role emphasizes coaching, data analysis, and training across cross-functional teams in lean methodologies.

The ideal candidate brings experience in Kaizen events, CI projects, and problem-solving with strong communication and collaboration skills to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years with a Master’s degree.
• High energy and assertiveness to manage basic intermediate processes and projects, work under tight time constraints and effectively work in a matrixed environment.
• Strong verbal communication skills, communicating roadblocks in a timely manner.
• Strong collaboration skills supporting peers, team leads and Managers.

Responsibilities

• Supports Lean/CI change management culture through value stream mapping, lean events, and lean training.
• Supports data collection and analysis to ensure performance objectives in waste reduction, profitability, quality, and safety.
• Co-facilitates Kaizen Events, CI Projects, Just-Do-It's, and Wins of the Week; documents roadblocks for escalation.
• Executes training of Lean Core Criteria to cross-functional employees (Value-Add/NVA, 8-wastes, 5S, Visual Management, Standard Work, VSM, Problem-Solving).
• Promotes Theory of Constraints and lean transformation topics to support business needs.
• Influences across organization; completes tasks within defined procedures; acts as an effective change agent.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Silfex, a Lam Research Company, is seeking a Lean/CI change agent to advance value stream mapping, waste reduction, and process improvement across office and shop floor. The role emphasizes coaching, data analysis, and training across cross-functional teams in lean methodologies.

The ideal candidate brings experience in Kaizen events, CI projects, and problem-solving with strong communication and collaboration skills to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.