Lean Manufacturing Specialist jobs in Concord, NC

Lean Manufacturing Specialist assists with the implementation of Lean Manufacturing goals and strategies for improving the operations and processes within the organization. Evaluates all continuous improvement activities and implements plans to optimize performance and processes. Being a Lean Manufacturing Specialist employs Lean methodologies and tools in order to accomplish business objectives. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Lean Manufacturing Specialist also requires training and Lean certification through an accredited organization. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. To be a Lean Manufacturing Specialist typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Lean Transformation Manager/HYBRID
  • MSC Industrial Supply Co.
  • Davidson, NC FULL_TIME
  • Build a better career with MSC.
    Serving customer and community starts with the very best people doing their very best work. That is precisely what we have at MSC Industrial Supply Co., a leading North American distributor of metalworking and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) products and services.

    Requisition ID :14540

    Employment Type : Full Time

    Job Category : Accounting/Audit/Finance

    Work Location : Davidson, NC (CSC)

    State or Province : North Carolina (US-NC)

    Potential Work Location : United States : North Carolina : Davidson



    BRIEF POSITION SUMMARY:

    Responsible for partnering with functional business areas to spearhead Lean principles and methodologies across our organization, optimizing our business processes, reducing waste, enhancing efficiency, and driving cultural change. The role involves a combination of identifying, prioritizing, and driving near term process improvements and large-scale Lean initiatives. The manager will facilitate and drive business transformation, encompassing both near-term process improvements and long-term Lean transformation initiatives.

    DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Facilitates cross-functional team to improve business processes by understanding current stat and taking an end-to-end perspective with a focus on improved service and operational excellence, and increased customer and stakeholder satisfaction.
    • Lead the implementation of Lean principles, tools, and methodologies to identify, prioritize, and drive process improvements across the organization.
    • Organize and facilitate Value Stream Analysis events to gain deep insights into our processes, pinpoint bottlenecks, and develop actionable strategies for improvement.
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze and enhance current business processes, focusing on waste elimination, service quality improvement, and operational efficiency maximization.
    • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of Lean initiatives, including training materials, Lean roadmaps, process flowcharts, and implementation guidelines.
    • Manage a team of associates, providing guidance and support to reduce errors, improve outcomes, and drive cost-effectiveness in alignment with Lean principles.
    • Lead the execution of complex Lean transformation initiatives, including program planning, governance, and effective change management strategies.
    • Develop and implement Lean metrics to track the success of process improvements, ensuring ongoing assessment, and adjustment as needed to sustain Lean practices.
    • Plan and facilitate Lean Kaizen Events to drive rapid improvements in specific processes and areas, involving cross-functional teams in the problem-solving process.
    • Champion cultural change by influencing leaders and fostering a mindset of continuous improvement, teamwork, and Lean thinking at all levels of the organization.
    • Performs all duties inherent in the role of an MSC manager including hiring, termination, review and development of associates.
    • Fosters the MSC Culture in the department and throughout the company to ensure fulfillment of MSC’s vision and unity of purpose.
    • Participation in special projects and performs additional duties as required.

    EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

    • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or equivalent work experience.
    • Minimum of five years of experience in leading major Lean transformation initiatives.
    • Minimum of two years of experience in team management.
    • Strong proficiency in Lean principles, tools, and methodologies.
    • Demonstrated success in implementing Lean practices and driving process improvements.

    SKILLS:

    • Excellent documentation skills, including Lean training materials, process outlines, and value stream maps.
    • Strong project management and problem-solving skills with data-driven decision-making abilities.
    • Excellent communication, time management, presentation, and facilitation skills, especially in Lean concepts and tools.
    • Excellent leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills with demonstrated use of data analysis and metrics to drive decision making and continuous improvement.
    • Excellent analytical, conceptual thinking, strategic planning, and execution skills to drive organizational change.
    • Analytical mindset with the ability to understand complex business systems.
    • Strong leadership abilities with a commitment to the organization's mission.
    • Flexibility to work in a dynamic environment and adapt to change.

    OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

    A valid driver’s license and the ability to travel up to 25% of the time may be required.

    Compensation starting at $91105 - $143165 depending on experience.

    Why MSC? People. Collaboration. Insight. That’s how you build something that works. Built on a foundation of trust, MSC works side by side with our customers to help them drive business results. With more than one million product offerings and 75 years of experience across industries, MSC strives to help our customers achieve greater productivity, profitability, and growth through inventory management and other innovative supply chain solutions. We care about our associates and have programs in place to help our 6,500 team members achieve their potential.

    When you join our team, you will receive rewards and recognition for your contributions, training and professional development opportunities, Associate Inclusion Circles: Women, Pride, Black, Veterans, HOLA and DisABLEd as well as a variety of benefits to support you and your family's health, well-being, and financial future. If you are inspired to learn, take risks, and succeed as a team, you can build a better career at MSC.

    Equal Opportunity Statement: At MSC, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and our associates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any category protected by applicable law. By applying to this job you agree to the Application and Acknowledgment Declaration terms.

  • 22 Days Ago

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Maintenance Technician - Manufacturing
  • Manufacturing - IPEX Group of Companies
  • Pineville, NC FULL_TIME
  • IPEX is a North American leading provider of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy. Do not miss the opportunity to join ...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Production II -Hoist Operator 2nd shift (Charlotte)
  • Barnhardt Manufacturing
  • Charlotte, NC FULL_TIME
  • Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Hours: 3:00pm-11:00pm Monday-Friday. Other duties may be assigned. Abide by, enforce and participate in the implementation and ongoing oversight of all company s...
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Production IV - Bale Press Operator 3rd shift (Charlotte)
  • Barnhardt Manufacturing
  • Charlotte, NC FULL_TIME
  • Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Monday-Friday; 11:00pm-7:00am. Other duties may be assigned. Abide by, enforce and participate in the implementation and ongoing oversight of all company safety ...
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Engineering IV - Facilities Industrial Engineer (Charlotte)
  • Barnhardt Manufacturing
  • Charlotte, NC FULL_TIME
  • Summary: The Industrial Engineer will be responsible for the continuous improvements of plant support equipment and production process optimization. This will include assessing the facility's system c...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Team Lead
  • PuroClean Fire & Water Damage Specialist of Cornelius
  • Cornelius, NC FULL_TIME
  • Lead TechnicianDo you like helping people at one of the most traumatic times in their lives? Do you enjoy coaching other team members? Do you want to be part of a management team that values your inpu...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Food Safety Quality Assurance Manager
  • The Judge Group
  • Concord, NC
  • Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation. W...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Manufacturing Systems Administrator
  • The Judge Group
  • Concord, NC
  • Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation. W...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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2nd Shift Production Supervisor
  • The Judge Group
  • Concord, NC
  • Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into it's second century of growth and innovation. ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pitmaster/Meatcutter
  • Jim 'N Nick's
  • Concord, NC
  • We Offer: Competitive pay Flexible schedules Discounted meals A work environment that is upbeat, exciting, and fun Oppor...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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PT Quality Assurance Associate
  • Food Lion
  • Concord, NC
  • JOB DESCRIPTION Count on Me - We know what to do, we make it easy, we do our part and we care! Job Title: FT/PT Quality ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Night Shift Supervisor, Operations - Parenteral (Formulation)
  • Eli Lilly and Company
  • Concord, NC
  • At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare lea...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Process Engineer 13234
  • TriMech Services
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Job Description Job Description Senior Process Engineer Senior Process Engineer Job Description: Senior Process Engineer...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Advanced Quality Engineer
  • Trane Technologies
  • Davidson, NC
  • At Trane TechnologiesTM and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solut...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Concord (/ˈkɒn.kord/) is a city in Cabarrus County, in the U.S. state of North Carolina. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 79,066, with an estimated population in 2018 of 94,546. It is the county seat and the largest city in Cabarrus County. In terms of population, the city of Concord is the second-largest city in the Charlotte Metropolitan Area and is the tenth largest city in North Carolina. In 2015, Concord was ranked as the city with the 16th fastest growing economy in the United States. The city was a winner of the All-America City Award in 2004. Located near the center ...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Lean Manufacturing Specialist jobs
$77,771 to $99,909
Concord, North Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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