Regional Lean Transformation Leader (75% Travel)

Risus Talent Partners; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off, holidays and parental -

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Job summary

Risus Talent Partners partners with a well-established manufacturing and distribution organization to hire a Regional Manager, Continuous Improvement for the North East. This new role will lead lean transformation across multiple facilities, requiring hands-on leadership and the ability to gain buy-in from operations teams.

You will implement lean practices, train teams, and coach using 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Kanban, and Value Stream Mapping, with about 75% travel across MA, CT, RI, NH, NJ, PA.

Qualifications

• Hands-on leader with proven lean transformation experience.
• Ability to drive measurable improvements in manufacturing and distribution.
• Strong knowledge of lean methodologies and change initiatives.
• Experience running Kaizen events and cross-functional engagement.

Responsibilities

• Implement and sustain lean practices to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Train and coach teams on lean tools and best practices.
• Lead initiatives using 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Kanban, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Analyze KPIs and performance data to drive results.
• Partner with plant and operations leaders to build buy-in.
• Present progress and improvement plans to leadership.
• Ensure all improvements align with safety and sustainability goals.

Skills

Continuous improvement leadership

Lean methodologies

Change management

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

5S

Kaizen

Six Sigma

Kanban

Value Stream Mapping

Job description

Risus Talent Partners partners with a well-established manufacturing and distribution organization to hire a Regional Manager, Continuous Improvement for the North East. This new role will lead lean transformation across multiple facilities, requiring hands-on leadership and the ability to gain buy-in from operations teams.

You will implement lean practices, train teams, and coach using 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Kanban, and Value Stream Mapping, with about 75% travel across MA, CT, RI, NH, NJ, PA.