Lean manufacturing methodologies jobs

Manager I, Operations Mty

Amazon · Posted Nov 6, 2026

Open

Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico
On-site
Entry
0+ years

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Manager I, Operations Mty

Amazon · Posted Nov 6, 2026

Open

Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico
On-site
Entry
0+ years

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Sr Manager Operational Excellence-Germany

Kennametal, Inc. · Posted Nov 6, 2026

Open

Vohenstrauss, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Senior
10+ years

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Lead and drive continuous improvement initiatives across EMEA manufacturing sites, deploying Lean strategies and building operational excellence capabilities.

Responsibilities

Lead the deployment of global Operational Excellence and Lean strategies across EMEA manufacturing sites
Develop and strengthen Lean capabilities within local teams
Coach and support Plant Managers, Production Managers and local OpEx teams in implementing Lean methodologies
Lead and facilitate Kaizen workshops, Gemba activities and continuous improvement initiatives
Monitor operational performance across the region, identify improvement opportunities and drive action plans

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (including Industrial Engineering), Manufacturing, or related discipline
Nice to have: Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
Nice to have: Smart Factory
Nice to have: Industry 4.0
Nice to have: Digital manufacturing initiatives

Skills

5S Standard Works Kanban Pull Systems

Operations Team Lead

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine · Posted Nov 5, 2026

Open

Blackpool, Lancashire, United Kingdom
On-site
Full-time · Manager
3+ years

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Lead day‑to‑day operations on the shop floor, supervise staff, manage resources, drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with GMP and safety standards.

Responsibilities

Provide frontline leadership on the shopfloor by day‑to‑day supervision including daily production output tracking, mentoring and coaching
Manage the allocation of resources to ensure delivery of day‑to‑day operational demands whilst also supporting company‑wide activities
Effectively manage and allocate headcount resource using resource scheduler, flexibility & training matrix
Facilitate problem identification and resolution to root cause with team to ensure customer service levels are achieved
Complete performance appraisals and development conversations in a timely manner

Requirements

Higher National Diploma in Management or related discipline
Nice to have: Agile Manufacturing
Nice to have: AI Judgement Integration
Nice to have: Analytical Reasoning
Nice to have: Brand Research

Skills

Supervisory management Working knowledge of world class manufacturing Working knowledge of a regulated industry

Data Automation and Process Improvement Engineer

Abb · Posted Nov 4, 2026

Open

Apodaca, Nuevo León, Mexico
On-site
2+ years

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Lead master data management and develop Power BI/Power Apps solutions to improve business processes.

Responsibilities

Manage creation, update, maintenance, deletion, and delivery of master data
Provide support for master data management processes
Develop and support Power BI dashboards and Power Apps applications
Integrate, consolidate, and transform data from multiple sources
Identify opportunities for process simplification, standardization, and digital transformation

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in IT Engineering or similar

Skills

Power BI Power Apps SQL Python SAP Lean Manufacturing methodologies

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Industrial Engineer - Rolling Stock

Siemens · Posted Nov 4, 2026

Open

Lexington, North Carolina, United States
On-site
Full-time · Mid
$91K–$107K per year
3–5 years

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Lead planning and optimization of manufacturing process flows, equipment layouts, line balancing, and production readiness activities at Siemens Mobility’s Lexington rail manufacturing facility.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $91,086 - $107,100 annually.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning and optimization of manufacturing process flows, equipment layouts, line balancing, and production readiness activities
Partner directly with assembly, sub-assembly, engineering, and operations teams to define, standardize, and continuously improve manufacturing processes, workflows, and labor standards
Develop production floor layouts, tooling, fixtures, jigs, and manufacturing solutions
Review engineering drawings, specifications, and 3D models to determine manufacturing requirements
Drive continuous improvement initiatives by applying lean manufacturing principles

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field
Nice to have: rail industry experience
Nice to have: aviation industry experience
Nice to have: heavy rail manufacturing experience

Skills

lean manufacturing methodologies project management

Manufacturing Engineer II

Jabil · Posted Nov 4, 2026

Open

Memphis, Tennessee, United States
2+ years

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Manufacturing Engineer II

Responsibilities

Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes to support safety, quality, productivity, and cost objectives
Conduct time studies, capacity analysis, and line balancing activities to improve manufacturing efficiency and optimize labor utilization
Develop and maintain Standard Work, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Work Instructions to support consistent manufacturing execution
Create, review, and improve process flow diagrams and manufacturing process designs
Evaluate existing production methods and recommend improvements to tooling, equipment, workflow, layout, and operator processes

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline with at least 2 years of relevant manufacturing engineering experience
Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline
Nice to have: process flow diagrams
Nice to have: assembly operator ergonomics
Nice to have: workstation optimization

Skills

manufacturing engineering principles

Maintenance Supervisor

Vallourec - North America · Posted Nov 3, 2026

Open

Sheldon Road, Texas, United States
On-site
Full-time · Manager
2+ years

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Lead maintenance operations for critical manufacturing equipment, ensuring reliability, safety, and operational excellence.

Compensation

Paid Parental Leave for Birthing and Non-Birthing Parents, Including Adoptions Paid Holidays: 10 Days Plus 1 Personal Floating Holiday Paid Vacation Time Performance-Based Bonus Program

Responsibilities

Review, prioritize, and execute the weekly maintenance schedule
Supervise maintenance activities to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable equipment operation
Evaluate equipment functionality, design, and maintainability to improve operational performance
Apply lean manufacturing tools including 5S, value stream mapping, process center-lining, and standard work
Coach and train maintenance personnel on CNC lathe operations, maintenance procedures, and equipment best practices

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Nice to have: CNC equipment experience
Nice to have: Mori and Okuma lathes experience
Nice to have: manufacturing quality requirements

Skills

CNC lathe operations maintenance and repair diagnosing electrical and mechanical equipment failures

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Sr Manager Operational Excellence-Germany

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Data Automation and Process Improvement Engineer

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Industrial Engineer - Rolling Stock

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Manufacturing Engineer II

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