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)
Digital Control Incorporated (DCI) is the world’s leading supplier of underground locating and steering products for the horizontal directional drilling (HDD) industry. Since the introduction of this revolutionary technology 30 years ago, Digital Control has been at the forefront of trenchless technologies that enable the efficient installation of underground utilities such as fiber optic, telecom, gas, and water lines world-wide. DCI’s products are valued for their durable design, ease of use and uncompromising commitment to customer service.
We are seeking a Manufacturing Design Engineering (MDE) Manager based in our headquarters in Kent, Washington to help ensure our products continue to live up to DCI’s high standards and exceed the expectations of our global customers. As a player-coach, you will apply your technical knowledge and leadership skills to hardware design, new product introduction, test development, and manufacturing process engineering while cultivating internal and external partnerships. If you’re hands-on and passionate about technology, collaboration, and continuous improvement, then DCI could be a perfect fit for you!
MDE is a new function at DCI, so you’ll have the opportunity to build, establish, and set the course for the team!
What You’ll Do:
Manager and technical leader (50% or more of time)
Team responsibilities (individual contribution up to 50% of time in one or more area)
Hardware design engineering of electronic and electromechanical devices
New product introduction (NPI)
Test process engineering and automation
Manufacturing process engineering
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