Lean Manufacturing Manager jobs in Norwich, CT

Lean Manufacturing Manager leads and designs Lean Manufacturing goals and strategies for improving the operations and processes within the organization. Manages all activities for continuous improvement and performance enhancement. Being a Lean Manufacturing Manager employs Lean methodologies and tools in order to accomplish business objectives. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Lean Manufacturing Manager also requires training and Lean certification through an accredited organization. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Lean Manufacturing Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. To be a Lean Manufacturing Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Manufacturing Manager
  • Prysmian Group
  • Willimantic, CT FULL_TIME
  • Prysmian Group is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the Group manufacturers thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.

    We are almost 29,000 employees, across 52 countries. Everyone at Prysmian Group has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us. Make Your Mark at Prysmian!

    Team Overview and Job Responsibilities:
    What you'll do:
    The Manufacturing Manager reports to the Plant Manager. This position is a key member of the plant leadership team, and is responsible for achieving all safety, quality, service, and cost objectives as identified in the business plan.  The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for the manufacturing process to effectively use materials, labor, and equipment to meet production targets, achieve manufacturing strategic objectives, metrics, and process improvement initiatives and to lead the transition to operator led process control. 

    Additionally, the Manufacturing Manager is responsible for ensuring all health, safety and environmental standards are met, determining, and executing training and development plans of salary and hourly associates, and achieving manufacturing objectives as identified in the business plan. This position is responsible for the manufacturing operation of a 655,000 square foot facility with a cost of production of $175 million.  The Manager Manufacturing has 7 direct reports and is responsible for 150 unionized hourly associates. 

    Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
    • You will achieve daily, weekly, and monthly production goals at optimal cost and efficiency.
    • Work to improve operator flexibility in work assignments and strives to continually reduce labor costs.
    • Drive continuous improvement through appropriate coaching, training and process improvement initiatives.
    • Be a champion of operator-led process control, lean manufacturing and six sigma concepts and programs.
    • Work with the Materials group to optimize the production load, minimize downtime, optimize mix and reduce raw material and WIP inventories.
    • Will work with the Engineering group to improve processes to achieve productivity goals and reduce all forms of waste/scrap.
    • Will work with the Quality group to minimize escapes of non-conforming product and to enhance process controls and workmanship to meet customer quality requirements.
    • Will determine appropriate skill sets for operators and define training schedules to maintain skill levels. 
    • Coaches, direct reports to achieve improved productivity and reduction of waste.
    • Develops and analyzes KPI’s and initiates action when off-track.
    Who are we looking for?
    • Good team player, ability to coach, mentor and influence team members.
    • Proactively drives manufacturing goals, takes initiative to improve performance, and follows through to completion.
    • Ability to implement a plan and develop necessary support at all levels of the organization.
    • Good interpersonal, listening and presentation skills.
    • Ability to take new ideas and design an effective solution and then train others to assure successful implementation and ongoing improvement results.
    • Willingness to learn new technologies.
    Qualifications:
    • Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline (from accredited 4-year program) – Required.
    • Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment driving goals with various departments including: Continuous Improvement, Quality, Engineering, Materials, and Production - Required.
    • Demonstrated Project Management experience – Required.
    • Experience working with cross-functional teams collaboratively working toward common goals.
    • Excellent communications skills, inter-personal skills, and time management skills.
    • Strong familiarity with Six Sigma methodologies and lean manufacturing principles (Blackbelt or Greenbelt – preferred but not required). 
  • 6 Days Ago

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Factory Focus Manager
  • Modine Manufacturing Company
  • Kingston, RI FULL_TIME
  • At Modine, we are engineering a cleaner, healthier world. Building on more than 100 years of excellence in thermal management, we provide trusted systems and solutions that improve air quality and con...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Machine Shop Manufacturing Manager
  • Eastridge
  • Danielson, CT FULL_TIME
  • Eastridge Workforce Solutions is excited to partner with a leading manufacturer of precision-engineered fasteners and installation equipment in the search for a talented Machine Shop Manufacturing Man...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Manufacturing Manager - Machine Shop
  • SPIROL
  • Danielson, CT FULL_TIME
  • Do you want to make a difference every day at your work? Then make SPIROL your new home and career! At SPIROL we work with our customers to help them succeed in the machines they are building. From au...
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Warehouse Associate
  • Manufacturing llc
  • Plainfield, CT FULL_TIME
  • Benefits: Competitive salary Opportunity for advancement Training & development Seeking a Warehouse Associate to join our team. The role involves picking and packing orders, receiving raw materials, a...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Machine Helper
  • Manufacturing llc
  • Willimantic, CT FULL_TIME
  • We have an exciting opportunity with a premier manufacturer who is looking to add a Machine Loader to their growing team. Proven experience in collaborating with team members and assisting in problem ...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Supplier Quality Engineer
  • General Dynamics Corporation
  • Groton, CT
  • Responsibilities for this Position Supplier Quality Engineer US-CT-Groton Job ID: 2024-11865 Type: Full-Time # of Openin...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Entry Level Draftsman-Learners
  • General Dynamics Electric Boat
  • Groton, CT
  • Overview: Electric Boat Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision 401K Plan Paid Vacation & Holidays 7% Shift Premium Health and...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Quality Specialist- I or II
  • New York Blood Center Enterprises
  • Providence, RI
  • In 1979, the Rhode Island Blood Center was established by the hospitals in Rhode Island as a private, not for profit age...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Purchasing Assistant
  • The Gilman Brothers Company
  • Gilman, CT
  • Job Description Job Description The Gilman Brothers Company, a supplier of foamboard products to the packaging, graphics...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Production Support Technician
  • HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO
  • East Hartford, CT
  • Job Description Job Description Job Summary: The Production Support Technician works in cooperation with the Production ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Electrical Designer
  • General Dynamics Corporation
  • Groton, CT
  • Responsibilities for this Position Electrical Designer US-CT-Groton Job ID: 2023-11580 Type: Full-Time # of Openings: 20...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Manufacturing Engineer - Stanley Access Technologies
  • Allegion
  • Middletown, CT
  • **Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security** At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Molding Process Engineer III
  • Nordson EFD
  • Norwich, CT
  • Job Summary Coordinate and/or perform activities ensuring component or system functionality and manufacturability in sup...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Norwich, known as 'The Rose of New England,' is a city in New London County, Connecticut, United States. The population was 40,493 at the 2010 United States Census. Three rivers, the Yantic, the Shetucket, and the Quinebaug, flow into the city and form its harbor, from which the Thames River flows south to Long Island Sound. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 29.5 square miles (76.4 km2), of which 28.3 sq mi (73.4 km2) is land and 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km2) (3.87%) is water....
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Income Estimation for Lean Manufacturing Manager jobs
$134,437 to $187,706
Norwich, Connecticut area prices
were up 1.7% from a year ago

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