Lean & Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Core
Lead the development and execution of lean manufacturing strategies and manufacturing engineering initiatives to drive operational excellence, productivity, quality, and continuous improvement across the site.
Role type
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Builds
Manufacturing processes, workflows, and operational performance
Domain
Industrial manufacturing (valves, flow control, process industries)
Required skills
Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, root cause analysis, process optimization, KPI monitoring, capital project leadership, team coaching, cross-functional collaboration, data-driven decision making
Preferred skills
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification, digital manufacturing/Industry 4.0 experience, ERP/SAP familiarity, quality management systems knowledge, global matrix organization experience
Technologies
SAP, Lean tools, Six Sigma frameworks
Responsibilities
Lead continuous improvement initiatives, optimize manufacturing processes and workflows, establish and monitor KPIs, support capital investment projects and equipment selection, develop standardized processes and work instructions, coach and mentor team members, ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements
Seniority
Manager, hands-on leadership