Job Information
Actalent Lean Manager in McMinnville, Oregon
Job Title: Lean Manager
Job Description
As the main support for the Plant’s Lean Transformation, this role involves implementing a new Lean system and providing hands-on training in Lean methodology and tools to associates. The specialist will help eliminate waste across administrative, manufacturing, and support functions. Key responsibilities include tracking progress with the site’s Win Scorecard, updating corporate partners on progress, and developing associates in lean methodology and waste reduction tools. Working closely with site leadership, the specialist will implement Lean practices using the primary Lean Systems tool, ensure the creation of a robust Lean Future State Strategy compliant with Lean System standards, and foster a PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) culture to advance the Lean Journey.
Skills & Qualifications
7+ years of successful manufacturing experience, including at least two years in direct Lean leadership.
Bachelors degree is required.
Demonstrated understanding of Lean principles, including Value Stream Mapping, Just-In-Time, Demand Flow, Single Piece Flow, Five S’s, Visual Management, Total Productive Maintenance, Continuous Improvement Process, Kaizen, SPC, Six Sigma, and Communication Tools.
Good understanding of financial measurements and goals within the Lean/Flow throughput context.
Effective presentation skills to share Division success and ideas.
Hard Skills
Lean methodology
Waste reduction
Implementation of Lean practices
Use of Lean Systems tool
Job Type
This is a permanent position.
Work Site
This is a fully on-site position in McMinnville, Oregon.
Work Environment
Aerospace Manufacturer
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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