Production Leader: Lean, Six Sigma & Ops Excellence

CSP Innovations North Carolina, LLC; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with company match

Vision insurance

Job summary

CSP Innovations North Carolina, LLC seeks a seasoned Production/Process Engineering leader to drive manufacturing excellence at our Salisbury facility. You will oversee the production department, develop schedules, and enforce SOPs while collaborating with engineering, maintenance, quality and logistics to resolve issues end-to-end.

You bring 10+ years in manufacturing process engineering, 5+ years in NPD within cross-functional teams, and a proven Lean Six Sigma track record.

Qualifications

• Lead and mentor supervisors, team leads and personnel to achieve operational excellence.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with focus on results and accountability.
• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, workflow optimization, and efficiency measurement.
• Skilled in production planning, capacity analysis, and schedule adherence.
• Proven track record implementing Lean and Six Sigma tools and methodologies.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, unionized manufacturing environment.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing process engineering.
• 5+ years of new product development in a cross-functional environment.
• 5+ years applying Six Sigma (DMAIC) methodologies in manufacturing.
• 5+ years of experience leading and developing production teams.
• Experience with Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all activities within the production department to meet/exceed targets.
• Develop, maintain and monitor daily/weekly production schedules.
• Implement and enforce SOPs across all production areas.
• Ensure compliance with QMS, GMPs, and 5S processes.
• Monitor production metrics for continuous improvement in efficiency and waste reduction.
• Lead and mentor staff to achieve excellence and growth.
• Review and approve daily production reports and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, quality and logistics to resolve issues.
• Maintain focus on first-pass quality and customer expectations.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma to improve flow and reduce non-value-added activity.
• Enforce safety policies and maintain a safe environment.
• Manage headcount, overtime, and labor utilization to meet demand.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide coaching and development.
• Recommend staffing or process changes to support business initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Lean Six Sigma

Manufacturing processes

Production planning

Quality management

Team mentoring

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Lean Manufacturing certification

Six Sigma Green or Black Belt

Job description

CSP Innovations North Carolina, LLC seeks a seasoned Production/Process Engineering leader to drive manufacturing excellence at our Salisbury facility. You will oversee the production department, develop schedules, and enforce SOPs while collaborating with engineering, maintenance, quality and logistics to resolve issues end-to-end.

You bring 10+ years in manufacturing process engineering, 5+ years in NPD within cross-functional teams, and a proven Lean Six Sigma track record.