Onsite Lean Transformation Lead, Manufacturing

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is seeking an onsite Lean Manager in Kearney, NE. The role partners with site leadership to drive lean transformation, implement sustainable improvements, and measure results that align with profitability goals.

The ideal candidate will lead training on lean programs, oversee kaizen events, and build cross-functional teams to reduce waste and improve quality, delivery, and efficiency. A strong background in manufacturing and leadership is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group or team of employees in the achievement of organizational goals.
• Drives targeted, sustainable improvement by leveraging consulting skills and change management processes.
• Create strategic plans to eliminate waste within the business unit by utilizing lean processes and metrics.
• Guides lean system initiatives at the site with leadership and regional peers on Lean implementation.
• Ensure that workplace process improvements are visible, savings are tracked, validated and posted.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or equivalent

Job description

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is seeking an onsite Lean Manager in Kearney, NE. The role partners with site leadership to drive lean transformation, implement sustainable improvements, and measure results that align with profitability goals.

The ideal candidate will lead training on lean programs, oversee kaizen events, and build cross-functional teams to reduce waste and improve quality, delivery, and efficiency. A strong background in manufacturing and leadership is required.