Invacare

Tracking Code

217790-072

Job Description

Summary:

The Lean Manufacturing Manager is responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives across the organization using Lean principles, tools, and methodologies. This role partners with cross-functional teams to identify waste, streamline processes, and foster a culture of operational excellence. The Lean Manufacturing Manager plays a critical role in improving productivity, reducing cost, and enhancing quality and delivery performance throughout the manufacturing value stream.

Essential Functions:

• Champion the implementation of Lean Manufacturing practices across all production areas
• and locations
• Facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping, 5S programs, and other Lean tools to drive
• measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Train and coach employees and leadership at all levels on Lean principles and tools.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to identify and
• eliminate non-value-added activities.
• Lead continuous improvement projects that support plant objectives and KPIs.
• Establish and track performance metrics and report progress toward goals.
• Serve as a change agent to promote a Lean culture, including employee engagement and
• empowerment.
• Monitor industry trends and best practices to ensure the company remains at the forefront of
• Lean innovation.
• Develop standardized work and ensure sustainable implementation of process changes.
• Support strategic initiatives such as factory layout optimization, automation efforts, and digital
• transformation related to Lean.

Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Operations Management, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 3 years focused on Lean implementation.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) strongly preferred.
• Proven track record of leading successful Lean transformation projects.
• Deep knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools (Kaizen, 5S, SMED, TPM, A3 problem solving, Standard Work, Value Stream Mapping, etc.).Strong analytical, project management, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Results-oriented with a strong sense of urgency and accountability.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer –M/F/Disabled/Vet

Job Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular