672 Production Processes jobs in the United States

• Lead and facilitate cross-functional teams in the identification and implementation of process improvements using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Analyze existing manufacturing processes to identify bottlenecks, waste, and opportunities for optimization.
• Develop and implement strategies for improving production efficiency, reducing lead times, and minimizing costs.
• Design and implement value stream mapping, 5S, Kaizen events, and other Lean tools.
• Utilize statistical analysis and problem-solving tools (e.g., root cause analysis, DOE) to address complex operational challenges.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of implemented improvements.
• Train and mentor plant personnel on Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement techniques.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices for optimized processes.
• Collaborate with R&D, engineering, and quality departments to ensure seamless integration of new processes and products.
• Manage process improvement projects from conception to completion, ensuring timely and successful implementation.
• Present project findings, progress, and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Benchmark best practices from other industries and implement relevant innovations.
• Ensure all implemented processes comply with safety regulations and quality standards.

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in process improvement, Lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma within an industrial setting.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification is mandatory.
• Demonstrated expertise in applying Lean tools such as VSM, 5S, Kanban, JIT, and Kaizen.
• Proven experience in statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, supply chain, and quality management principles.
• Excellent leadership, facilitation, and change management skills.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment, manage time effectively, and travel occasionally.
• Experience with ERP systems and data visualization tools is a plus.

• Lead the design and implementation of Lean Manufacturing initiatives across production lines and support functions.
• Conduct detailed process mapping, value stream analysis, and root cause analysis to identify areas for improvement.
• Facilitate Kaizen events and workshops to drive rapid, incremental improvements.
• Develop and implement strategies to reduce cycle times, minimize inventory, and improve quality.
• Train and mentor employees at all levels on Lean principles and tools.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of implemented improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, and engineering, to ensure successful adoption of best practices.
• Utilize data analysis and statistical tools to support decision-making and measure impact.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in industrial engineering and Lean Manufacturing.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in process improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or Operations Engineering.
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt strongly preferred.
• Proven track record of successfully implementing Lean tools such as 5S, Kanban, SMED, Poka-Yoke, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in data analysis and statistical software.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in guiding teams through change initiatives.
• Experience with manufacturing processes and systems.
• Ability to work effectively in both an office and a plant environment.

Our client is seeking a Lean Manufacturing Engineer for their Leflore County plant, just 35min from Grenada! The individual will partner closely with Plant Management/other operations leaders. You will drive change while respectfully challenging the status quo, and maintaining trust on the floor.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure lean execution drives results for customers and stakeholders, connecting results to the KPIs and P&L
• Bring lean expertise to operations and CI leaders, teaching & coaching local teams
• Lead Kaizen events and other lean projects
• Conduct lean maturity assessments, & identify opportunities for improvement

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2+ years CI experience in a discrete manufacturing setting (metal fab/assembly preferred)
• High energy to drive continued buy-in in the early stages of this lean transformation
• Go to Gemba mentality with a bias for action
• US Citizen or green card holder

Job Title: Senior Production & Operational Improvement Consultant - Part-Time

Location: Ogden, Utah - On-site every other week

Duration: 4-6 months

About the Role:

Our client, a leading global supplier of spare parts to the automotive industry, is seeking a highly experienced senior consultant to support the factory/plant manager at their production site in Ogden, Utah. This role is part time with on-site presence every other week, providing strategic and operational guidance to drive continuous improvement initiatives across production, automation, and operational processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the plant/factory manager, providing expert guidance on operational and production improvements.
• Support the implementation of improvement plans, including LEAN, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Analyze production processes and identify opportunities to increase efficiency, quality, and throughput.
• Mentor and collaborate with site leadership and operational teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Leverage extensive international experience to apply best practices from automotive and manufacturing industries.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 20+ years of experience in production, operations, or manufacturing, ideally within the automotive or similar sectors.
• Strong expertise in LEAN, Six Sigma, and operational improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated experience working in international environments with cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to influence leadership and drive change at all levels of an organization.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaborative work with plant leadership and staff.

Why This Role:

This is a unique opportunity to leverage decades of operational and production expertise in a strategic, part-time capacity, helping a major automotive supplier achieve measurable improvements in their Ogden, Utah production site.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status

Are you a Lean expert passionate about transforming an entire organization? Grip-Tite Manufacturing, a leader in foundation repair products and guy wire anchors, is seeking a Lean Manufacturing Manager to lead an enterprise-wide journey toward operational excellence.

Based in Winterset, Iowa, and reporting to CEO Steve Lage, you’ll embed Toyota Production System (TPS) principles into the "Grip-Tite Way," driving continuous improvement across manufacturing and business processes like A/P, A/R, purchasing, and scheduling.

What You’ll Do:

• Implement TPS tools (5S, Kanban, Jidoka, TPM, SMED) to optimize factory floor and business operations.
• Lead Kaizen events and foster a continuous improvement culture across all departments.
• Build and coach cross-functional teams to embed Lean principles into the "Grip-Tite Way."
• Deliver Lean training to create a self-sustaining culture of excellence.

What You Bring:

• 5+ years of TPS experience in manufacturing (steel fabrication/welding preferred) and business process improvement (A/P, A/R, purchasing, scheduling).
• Expertise in Lean tools (5S, cellular manufacturing, Kanban, SMED, etc.).
• Proven leadership in Kaizen events and building collaborative, Lean-focused teams.
• Passion for enterprise-wide cultural transformation.

Why Grip-Tite?

• Competitive salary: $150,000 + bonus potential.
• Generous benefits: PTO, 401(k), health, dental, vision insurance, and more.
• Opportunity to shape an enterprise-wide Lean journey under direct CEO mentorship in Winterset, IA.

Ready to transform Grip-Tite’s future? Apply via our website at:

Lean Manufacturing Manager @ GRIP-TITE MANUFACTURING CO,LLC.

Join us in building the "Grip-Tite Way"!

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Our client is seeking a Lean Manufacturing Engineer for their Leflore County plant, just 35min from Grenada! The individual will partner closely with Plant Management/other operations leaders. You will drive change while respectfully challenging the status quo, and maintaining trust on the floor.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure lean execution drives results for customers and stakeholders, connecting results to the KPIs and P&L
• Bring lean expertise to operations and CI leaders, teaching & coaching local teams
• Lead Kaizen events and other lean projects
• Conduct lean maturity assessments, & identify opportunities for improvement

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2+ years CI experience in a discrete manufacturing setting (metal fab/assembly preferred)
• High energy to drive continued buy-in in the early stages of this lean transformation
• Go to Gemba mentality with a bias for action
• US Citizen or green card holder

Our client is seeking a Lean Manufacturing Engineer for their Leflore County plant, just 35min from Grenada! The individual will partner closely with Plant Management/other operations leaders. You will drive change while respectfully challenging the status quo, and maintaining trust on the floor.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure lean execution drives results for customers and stakeholders, connecting results to the KPIs and P&L
• Bring lean expertise to operations and CI leaders, teaching & coaching local teams
• Lead Kaizen events and other lean projects
• Conduct lean maturity assessments, & identify opportunities for improvement

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2+ years CI experience in a discrete manufacturing setting (metal fab/assembly preferred)
• High energy to drive continued buy-in in the early stages of this lean transformation
• Go to Gemba mentality with a bias for action
• US Citizen or green card holder

Our client is seeking a Lean Manufacturing Engineer for their Leflore County plant, just 35min from Grenada! The individual will partner closely with Plant Management/other operations leaders. You will drive change while respectfully challenging the status quo, and maintaining trust on the floor.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure lean execution drives results for customers and stakeholders, connecting results to the KPIs and P&L
• Bring lean expertise to operations and CI leaders, teaching & coaching local teams
• Lead Kaizen events and other lean projects
• Conduct lean maturity assessments, & identify opportunities for improvement

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2+ years CI experience in a discrete manufacturing setting (metal fab/assembly preferred)
• High energy to drive continued buy-in in the early stages of this lean transformation
• Go to Gemba mentality with a bias for action
• US Citizen or green card holder

Our client is seeking a Lean Manufacturing Engineer for their Leflore County plant, just 35min from Grenada! The individual will partner closely with Plant Management/other operations leaders. You will drive change while respectfully challenging the status quo, and maintaining trust on the floor.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure lean execution drives results for customers and stakeholders, connecting results to the KPIs and P&L
• Bring lean expertise to operations and CI leaders, teaching & coaching local teams
• Lead Kaizen events and other lean projects
• Conduct lean maturity assessments, & identify opportunities for improvement

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2+ years CI experience in a discrete manufacturing setting (metal fab/assembly preferred)
• High energy to drive continued buy-in in the early stages of this lean transformation
• Go to Gemba mentality with a bias for action
• US Citizen or green card holder