Lean Manufacturing Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Advanced Lean certifications

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Lean Manufacturing Specialist to lead remote Lean initiatives across operations, driving continuous improvement in Mahikeng, North West. You will champion Lean principles, facilitate workshops, and train staff while collaborating with on-site teams to ensure buy-in and measurable results.

The role requires 5+ years of Lean experience, plus expertise in VSM, 5S, Kanban, and related tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience implementing Lean Manufacturing principles in a production environment.
• Proven track record of successfully leading Kaizen events and other Lean initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of Lean Manufacturing strategies and initiatives.
• Identify and eliminate waste (Muda) in all forms across production and support processes.
• Facilitate Lean workshops, including Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kaizen events, and root cause analysis.
• Develop and deliver training programs on Lean principles and tools to employees at all levels.
• Mentor and coach cross-functional teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Develop and track KPIs to measure the effectiveness of Lean initiatives.
• Analyze production data and process flows to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support the implementation of standardized work and best practices.
• Collaborate with management and on-site teams to ensure alignment and buy-in for Lean projects.

Skills

Facilitation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Change management

Remote collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering/Operations Management/Business)

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (desirable)

Tools

VSM

5S

Kanban

Poka-Yoke

SMED

Standard Work

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a progressive manufacturing organization, is seeking a dedicated Lean Manufacturing Specialist to work remotely, overseeing initiatives that will impact their operations in Mahikeng, North West . This pivotal role is responsible for championing and implementing Lean principles and methodologies across the organization to drive continuous improvement, eliminate waste, and enhance overall operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will be an expert in Lean tools and techniques, possessing strong analytical, problem-solving, and change management skills. As a remote specialist, you will be expected to collaborate effectively with on-site teams, facilitate workshops, train staff, and monitor progress towards Lean objectives. This is a unique opportunity to influence manufacturing excellence from a remote position while making a tangible difference to a significant employer in the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of Lean Manufacturing strategies and initiatives.
• Identify and eliminate waste (Muda) in all forms across production and support processes.
• Facilitate Lean workshops, including Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kaizen events, and root cause analysis.
• Develop and deliver training programs on Lean principles and tools to employees at all levels.
• Mentor and coach cross-functional teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Develop and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of Lean initiatives.
• Analyze production data and process flows to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support the implementation of standardized work and best practices.
• Collaborate with management and on-site teams to ensure alignment and buy-in for Lean projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field. Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience implementing Lean Manufacturing principles in a production environment.
• Proven track record of successfully leading Kaizen events and other Lean initiatives that have delivered measurable results.
• Expert knowledge of Lean tools such as VSM, 5S, Kanban, Poka-Yoke, SMED, and Standard Work.
• Excellent facilitation, training, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to drive change and influence stakeholders in a remote setting.
• Experience with project management methodologies.
• Prior exposure to manufacturing operations in the Mahikeng, North West region is a plus.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers a competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Our client provides comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a generous retirement savings plan, and flexible paid time off.
• Opportunities for advanced Lean certifications and professional development are strongly supported.
• Join a forward-thinking company that embraces remote work and is committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and employee empowerment.