Plant Lean Leader

Johnson Controls; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

A leading multi-national company seeks a Continuous Improvement Leader to enhance operational efficiency and drive best practices. Responsibilities include assessing current performance, developing improvement strategies, and coaching staff in continuous improvement methodologies. Ideal candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree, have over 5 years in continuous improvement roles, and demonstrate leadership skills. The role offers a competitive salary range of $100,000–$134,000 alongside a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Continuous Improvement and 5 years as an operational frontline leader.
• Strong initiative and motivation to exceed expectations.
• Ability to manage effectively at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Assess and improve plant operations and metrics.
• Coach staff in the Johnson Controls Business System.
• Develop and implement process improvement plans.

Skills

Continuous Improvement

Leadership

Statistical knowledge

Microsoft Suite proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

What You Will Do

Working under the framework of Johnson Controls Continuous Improvement & Production system, will assess current state performance, identify gaps, visualize and establish a plan to get to the future state, monitor progress and share/acquire best‑in‑class ideas and systems. Defines, designs and implements process improvement as part of the Johnson Controls Business System (JCBS); ensures integration and alignment vertically and horizontally across organization. Defines improvement projects aligned with business strategies and priorities. Facilitates and coaches improvement teams.

How You Will Do It

• Identify gaps in business metrics and then works with all levels of the plant in establishing and executing a strategy for improving them
• Assess the current state of the plant’s Operations; develop future‑state vision and drive and monitor the implementation plan
• Coaches plant staff, front line leaders and associates in JCBS.
• Ensure process owner involvement in SW development and team leadership
• Using kaizen funnel tracking and reporting systems, prepare detailed plans, drive project performance, and assure timely completion and achievement of transformational and continuous improvement projects.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop a plant CI roadmap, driving breakthrough or best‑in‑class performance that balances resources between internal plant efficiency and external customer‑focused effectiveness projects through 1. Just Do It improvements, 2. Kaizens, 3. Workshops.
• Assist Process Owners in identifying barriers to project success and help to drive changes when needed
• Document improvement process learning and share best practices throughout AHU plants.
• Identify and bring forward to the Champion new project opportunities
• Assist Plant Manager with any strategic initiative that will help comply with standards, implement new systems, and design creative solutions that continuously improve the plant.
• Be accountable to deliver the plant annual goals.
• Perform all other tasks as assigned.
• Adhere to the Company’s Code of Conduct and Business Ethics standards.
• Assume responsibility for driving safety performance in the plant.
• Assess current state performance, identify gaps, visualize and establish a plan to reach the future state, monitor progress, and share/acquire best‑in‑class ideas and systems.

What We Look For

• Bachelor’s degree required. 5 years of suggested minimum experience in Continuous Improvement and 5 years as an operational frontline leader. Demonstrated high‑level performance in current and previous positions.
• Shown initiative, desire to drive change, and motivation to exceed expectations.
• Solid leadership skills and ability to manage both vertically and horizontally.
• Basic statistical knowledge and ability to apply statistics to product and process improvement projects.
• Certifications from a reputable lean‑leading company.
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to exercise influence without authority.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and internet software and e‑mail.

Hiring Salary Range

Additional Job Description $100,000–$134,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. Exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. We may use technology‑assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates; all hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us