What’s involved in this role:

• Provide coaching and mentoring in the use of LSS principles to effectively lead projects to reduce waste and increase output.
• Deploy and support the Connected Workforce Solution (POKA) including On the Job Training Best Practices for Operators, Communication and Problem Solving.
• Support the assigned sites in building Value Stream Mapping/Capacity Analysis and Strategic orientations.
• Deploy and support the Leader Standard Work Program for Front-Line Leaders in assigned sites.
• Lead projects in the support of strategic initiatives.
• Work with the Operational Excellence Team and business stakeholders to develop and manage the LSS project pipeline ensuring projects are identified, analyzed, prioritized and in alignment with the strategic orientations.
• Influence key stakeholders to align processes with the voice of the customer and ensure projects are integrated with the business strategy, other business activities and improvement projects.
• Updates project status and financial benefits in LSS databases for the project and projects of the belts coached.
• Develop and Track Lean KPIs for assigned sites.
• 50%-75%Travel required to 7 US Plant locations: WI, SD, ID, IA, MN

What you need to join our team:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Mechanical Engineering or relevant field required.
• Six Sigma Certification required . Expertise with Connected Workforce Solution (POKA)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in leading Lean Manufacturing initiatives and coaching required.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.