Lean Systems Manager
Role Overview
Essential Functions:
· At factory level, use lean manufacturing principles to achieve operational business targets.
· Assist supervisor and managers with action plan to achieve company objectives.
· Support manufacturing improvements through tooling and equipment design and equipment specification development.
· Improve On Time Delivery and Lead Times though the implementation of continuous flow, layout optimization, pull-system and speed up flows by coaching and/or leading lean principles workshops.
· Contribute to Factory Improvement Plan.
· Review continuous improvement plans and cost-saving projections, challenging where necessary, and provide feedback that drives additional improvements.
· Support continuous failure analysis in cooperation with affected areas.
· Improve Root Cause Analysis knowledge and utilization within the organization.
· Prepare and submit performance reports as required.
· Support corporate initiatives as defined by the Management Team.
· Develop, implement and sustain factory Daily Management Systems including KPI visual management, tier meetings, accountability processes and performance reviews.
· Analyze operational performance data to identify trends, prioritize improvement opportunities and verify project results.
· Lead and facilitate improvement projects delivering quantifiable improvements in productivity, lead time, inventory reduction, quality and cost savings.
· All employees are required to comply with all work instructions, policies, and posted signs or instructions regarding safety, including but not limited to proper use of Personal Protective Equipment.
· Perform other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager.
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About the role
Essential Functions:
· At factory level, use lean manufacturing principles to achieve operational business targets.
· Assist supervisor and managers with action plan to achieve company objectives.
· Support manufacturing improvements through tooling and equipment design and equipment specification development.
· Improve On Time Delivery and Lead Times though the implementation of continuous flow, layout optimization, pull-system and speed up flows by coaching and/or leading lean principles workshops.
· Contribute to Factory Improvement Plan.
· Review continuous improvement plans and cost-saving projections, challenging where necessary, and provide feedback that drives additional improvements.
· Support continuous failure analysis in cooperation with affected areas.
· Improve Root Cause Analysis knowledge and utilization within the organization.
· Prepare and submit performance reports as required.
· Support corporate initiatives as defined by the Management Team.
· Develop, implement and sustain factory Daily Management Systems including KPI visual management, tier meetings, accountability processes and performance reviews.
· Analyze operational performance data to identify trends, prioritize improvement opportunities and verify project results.
· Lead and facilitate improvement projects delivering quantifiable improvements in productivity, lead time, inventory reduction, quality and cost savings.
· All employees are required to comply with all work instructions, policies, and posted signs or instructions regarding safety, including but not limited to proper use of Personal Protective Equipment.
· Perform other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager.
Qualifications:
- · Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or other technical degrees with Lean Manufacturing experience.
- · 5 years of operational experience supporting lean initiatives.
- · Lean Green Belt Certification or higher
- · Working knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems.
- · Must have good communication skills and strong organizational abilities with orientation to details.
- · Computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite, Autodesk Inventor, and AutoCAD 2D (or similar programs).
- Physical Requirements:
- · Must be able to perform standard office physical activities including but not limited to long periods of time in the seated position and long periods of time viewing computer monitors.
- Personal Strengths
- Ability to analyze data sets
- Continuous improvement and solution provider mentality
- Results oriented mindset
- Customer order execution focus
- Ability to train and coach all levels of the factory
- Supervisory Responsibilities: · None
What we offer you
Salary: 85K - 95K
What We Offer You
15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays
401k plan with a 6% match
Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability
Health savings account matching
Motivating wellness program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid paternal leave
Gym reimbursement
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.
About Sulzer
Sulzer is a Swiss industrial engineering and manufacturing company that develops flow-control, pumping and chemical-processing technologies and provides services for critical equipment. Founded in Winterthur in 1834, it serves industries including water, energy and chemicals through a global network of manufacturing and service sites.
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