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Operational Excellence Lean Specialist

Colorado Springs, CO💼 Full-time💰 $70,000–$70,000🗓 2026-09-08 → 2026-09-25

Core

Support the Operational Excellence Manager in implementing lean transformation and daily management across the value stream to improve manufacturing processes.

Role type

Lean Specialist (Manufacturing Operations)

Builds

Optimized information, material, and production flow methods within manufacturing value streams.

Domain

Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (manufacturing process improvements)

Required skills

Value stream mapping, cycle time analysis, time studies, line balance improvement, standard work creation, visual management, change management, problem-solving, data gathering for KPIs, training facilitation

Preferred skills

PLM, Document Control, ERP systems knowledge, Excel, Word, Visio, PP

Technologies

PLM, ERP, Excel, Word, Visio, PP

Responsibilities

Gather data for KPIs and evaluate current/future state goals; Lead or facilitate continuous improvement projects and rapid improvement events; Conduct Gemba walks and coach employees on standard work and flow; Create and implement standard work and work instructions; Monitor and report on key metrics; Update visual performance tools like mission control boards.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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