Senior Lean Operations Leader (DBS & CI)

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k)

Job summary

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics in Minnesota seeks an experienced Operations leader to drive DBS-based continuous improvement in the Hardware Operations Plant. You will coach teams, collect Gemba evidence, and deliver KPI improvements through Kaizen and data-driven actions.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree with 9+ years of experience (or higher degrees with related experience), 4+ years in Lean Manufacturing/Operations, and the ability to travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree with substantial experience in Lean Manufacturing or Operations.
• 4+ years of Lean Manufacturing/Operations leadership is required.
• Ability to coach teams across levels and drive DBS initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead DBS-driven continuous improvement projects to improve KPI performance.
• Collaborate across functions, coach teams, and mentor peers on DBS tools.
• Gather Gemba evidence, identify root causes, and implement sustainable solutions.
• Set ambitious personal and team goals aligned with DBS capability targets.
• Engage as CP for DBS tools and drive behavior change to increase impact.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

Coaching

Problem solving

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 9+ years of experience

Master’s degree + 7+ years of experience

Doctoral degree + 5+ years of experience

Tools

DBS

5S

Kaizen

Job description

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics in Minnesota seeks an experienced Operations leader to drive DBS-based continuous improvement in the Hardware Operations Plant. You will coach teams, collect Gemba evidence, and deliver KPI improvements through Kaizen and data-driven actions.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree with 9+ years of experience (or higher degrees with related experience), 4+ years in Lean Manufacturing/Operations, and the ability to travel up to 10%.