Senior Lean Transformation Leader, North America

Nefab; Coppell (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Nefab Americas seeks a Senior Lean Transformation Manager to lead continuous improvement across the Americas, driving lean initiatives, Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and Gemba walks. You will train and coach leaders and teams, share practical tools, and measure progress to deliver sustainable performance gains.

Based in the Southeastern or Southern USA, you will work with sites across the US, Canada, and LATAM, reporting to the Head of Manufacturing Excellence.

Qualifications

• University degree in engineering, operations, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Five+ years of experience leading continuous improvement in manufacturing, packaging, or logistics.
• Lean training and demonstrated, measurable improvements using Lean tools.
• Experience working across locations in a global or matrix organization.
• Strong coaching, facilitation, and change management skills; capable of engaging all levels.
• Advanced English proficiency, both written and spoken.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly.

Responsibilities

• Supporting site improvement roadmaps and leading Lean transformation initiatives.
• Training and coaching leaders, employees, and Lean champions.
• Facilitating Kaizen activities, value stream mapping, and Gemba walks.
• Developing and sharing practical training, tools, and standards.
• Assessing site progress and helping sustain improvements.
• Supporting digital solutions that improve operational performance.

Skills

Lean transformation

Coaching

Change management

Cross-location collaboration

English proficiency

Travel readiness

Education

Engineering degree or related field

Job description

Nefab Americas seeks a Senior Lean Transformation Manager to lead continuous improvement across the Americas, driving lean initiatives, Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and Gemba walks. You will train and coach leaders and teams, share practical tools, and measure progress to deliver sustainable performance gains.

Based in the Southeastern or Southern USA, you will work with sites across the US, Canada, and LATAM, reporting to the Head of Manufacturing Excellence.