Lean Manufacturing Manager

LSG Sky Chefs • Burlingame • 1m ago

Position Summary

As our Lean Production Manager (LPS), you'll be the driving force behind ensuring our CSC operates at its absolute best. You'll implement and drive continuous improvement across our CSC (Customer Service Center) and teach the principles of lean to our team. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring control, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Lean manufacturing run according to the LSG Sky Chefs Production System.

How You'll Make a Difference

Lean Production

Implement and drive continuous improvement across CSC in close coordination with management staff
Implement LSG Production System for CSC in line with corporate and regional policies
Ability to teach the principals of lean and other process improvements and provide training as required within area of CSC (for example, Kaizen events)
Support CSC in the implementation of Regional Operational Excellence Strategy, guidelines, and policies
Support CSC management teams to achieve business targets (KPI’s)
Define continuous improvement targets together with the management staff and report performance against set operational objectives
Analyze cost reduction potential; Accountable for settling and delivering budget results related to productivity/process improvements
Report on KPIs for quality, productivity costs, and service delivery
Ensure communication and know-how sharing processes between CSCs in the country/region
Identify and train CSC departmental management and core employees on production system methodology and lean principles

What We Look For in a Candidate

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Industrial/Process Engineering or equivalent experience required
Five to seven years of experience in developing and implementing production/process methods and at least three to five years of experience in the manufacturing/automotive industry preferred
Effective workshop facilitator skills required; experience in leading teams, driving change, and delivering results
Knowledge of lean concepts including Toyota Production System principles preferred
Proven track record in Lean manufacturing and success in the implementation of redesigned processes
Six Sigma Black Belt, Green Belt, or Lean Master Certification preferred
Knowledge of Total Quality Management and Change Management experience is preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Sound delegation skills accompanied by the effective ability for follow-up
Proficient with Windows-based software
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written); ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization