Plant Lean Leader

Parker Hannifin; Metamora (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Career development and tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Lean Leader for their Metamora, OH site. This role involves leading Lean transformation efforts and training associates in Lean fundamentals. Responsibilities include driving strategy execution aligned with the company's objectives and ensuring sustainable Lean ownership across the organization.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and 1–3 years in a manufacturing environment. Comprehensive benefits are offered, including medical coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of hands-on manufacturing or operations experience.
• Practical shop-floor orientation required.
• Experience in multiple Lean events across various functions.

Responsibilities

• Drive plant-wide Lean strategy execution aligned to the WIN Strategy.
• Train and mentor associates and leaders in Lean fundamentals.
• Update the Plant’s Lean implementation plan and prioritize results.
• Provide change management leadership in Lean implementation.

Skills

Lean principles

Problem solving

Standard work

Daily management

Value-stream management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

JIT

5S

Visual management

Job description

Position Summary

Parkers HAFD offers the Lean Leader role onsite in Metamora, OH reporting to the Division Lean Manager. The role champions Lean transformation aligned with Parker’s WIN Strategy, leading value‑stream improvements across manufacturing, office and support functions, building capability through training and coaching, and ensuring sustainable Lean ownership.

Responsibilities

• Drive plant‑wide Lean strategy execution aligned to the WIN Strategy with clear priorities and measurable outcomes.
• Train, coach, and mentor associates and leaders in Lean fundamentals, problem solving, standard work and daily management to create a self‑sustaining CI culture.
• Ensure that HPT steering committees and teams are established and implement Lean principles, techniques and methodologies according to corporate requirements.
• Update the Plant’s Lean implementation plan and prioritize implementation and results, empowering employees through positive reinforcement.
• Provide change management, leadership, and optimisation in implementing the corporate WIN strategy across the Plant.
• Provide technical and operational recommendations for material control, product quality and customer service goals; support coaching through external resources.
• Maintain ongoing Lean education plans for all plant functions; ensure standard work and documented processes support sustainability and auditing.
• Work with all operating disciplines using value‑stream management to develop a master plan meeting Lean goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of hands‑on manufacturing/operations experience with a practical shop‑floor orientation.
• Working knowledge of Lean principles and tools (value‑stream transformation, JIT, flow, 5S, visual management, pull systems, standard work, problem solving).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Experience in multiple Lean events across manufacturing, engineering or support functions.
• Strong analytical capability, including understanding operational and financial performance measures.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills to lead cross‑functional teams and influence at all levels.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision and various insurance coverages.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company‑provided defined‑contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability, adoption assistance and financial planning assistance.
• Supplemental benefits such as identity protection, legal protection and pet wellness at competitive rates.
• Paid time off and company‑paid holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status or other protected status. U.S. citizenship, permanent residency or other status is required for certain positions.

Drug‑Free Workplace

All applicants are subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.