ZF Production Systems Expert

ZF; Lapeer (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan

Paid Time Off

401k Plan

Health Care Benefits

Paid Holidays

Job summary

ZF Production Systems Expert in Lapeer, MI seeks an experienced professional to lead lean initiatives and drive continuous improvement across the plant. You will coach teams, deploy ZFPS methods, and advance the overall performance through structured workshops and cross-functional collaboration.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in manufacturing with strong TPS knowledge, and proven ability to manage roadmaps, train staff, and sustain lean activities across the organization.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in technical field with 5+ years in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of ZF PS / Lean Manufacturing concepts and methods (TPS).
• Experience leading lean workshops and implementing continuous improvement projects.
• Ability to analyze problems, present topics, run projects and build cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead lean expert fostering know-how and knowledge transfer to all plant functions.
• Coach people in standards and tools ensuring strong deployment in workshops to drive performance.
• Lead the establishment of priorities across plant functions following the SFM concept to improve operations.
• Promote, implement and supervise lean activities throughout the plant to ensure sustainability.
• Lead lean auditors across OMA, ZFPS, 5S, etc.
• Track KPIs (LTAR, OPV, ITR, PPP, OEE, FCP) and plan workshops/trainings to close gaps.
• Own the ZFPS and OMA roadmaps with cross-functional support.
• Lead ZFPS education, implementation and application across the plant team.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Analytical problem solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Workshop facilitation

Education

Associate degree in technical field

Tools

TPS tools

Job description

Job Description

Country/Region: US

Location:

Lapeer, MI, US

Req ID 89572 | Lapeer, United States ZF Chassis Components, LLC

About the Team:

The ZF Production Systems team in Lapeer partners closely with plant functions to strengthen lean manufacturing practices, drive continuous improvement, and improve operational performance. This collaborative team supports workshops, training, audits, and roadmap execution while building a sustainable culture focused on problem solving, knowledge sharing, and measurable plant results.

What you can look forward to as a ZF Production Systems Expert:

• Lead lean expert fostering know-how and knowledge transfer/best practice sharing to all plant functions.
• Coach people in standards and tools ensuring a strong deployment in the workshops to drive improved operational performance.
• Lead the establishment of priorities, on all levels, in the plant functions following the SFM concept to improve operational performance.
• Lead for promoting, implementing and supervising lean activities throughput the plant ensuring sustainability by leading workshops and the realization of improvements.
• Lead lean auditor across OMA, ZFPS, 5s, etc.
• Track the 6 vital six KPI’s (LTAR, OPV, ITR, PPP, OEE and FCP) and plan workshops, trainings, etc. to close performance gaps.
• Own the ZFPS and OMA roadmaps with the support of the cross-functional plant team.
• Lead ZFPS education, implementation and application across the plant team to build a culture based on ZFPS (Continuous Improvement) methods.

Your profile as a ZF Production Systems Expert:

• Associate degree in technical field or equivalent and 5+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge & experience of ZF PS / Lean Manufacturing concepts and methods (TPS).
• Strong experience in developing and leading lean workshops and implementing continuous improvement projects.
• Strong manufacturing process and environment experience.
• Advanced skill set to analyze and solve problems, to present topics, to run projects and build cross-functional teams.

Why you should choose ZF in Lapeer, MI:

• Annual Incentive Plan
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Plan
• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• A supportive, collaborative team environment
• A strong diversity culture
• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.

What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?

At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.