Lean Manager - Continuous Improvement

Freudenberg is a global technology group that strengthens its customers and society long-term through forward-looking innovations. Together with our partners, customers and the world of science, we develop leading-edge technologies, and excellent products, solutions and services for 40 market segments. The Freudenberg Group employs some 50,000 people in around 60 countries worldwide and generates sales of nearly 9 billion euros.

At Freudenberg Medical, we make products that save and improve the lives of people every day, all around the world. We are a global provider for medical device design and manufacturing with 11 locations worldwide and more than 1,800 employees. Innovation is at the core of our company and we are proud of our industry-leading quality, lean manufacturing, and focus on innovation in products and processing technologies. Freudenberg Medical is an exciting place to work with lots of opportunity to learn, develop, and grow your career. Come join us and together we can make a difference in the future of healthcare.

Your Benefits

401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help

Diversity & Inclusion: Enter a diversity-driven world of innovation

Employee discounts: Opportunities for deals on products and services

Training / Career development: Programs to supercharge skills and expertise

Occupational safety: Safety as a top priority, in all aspects of your work

Salary Range: $90 - $125K, DOE

Carpinteria, CA

On-Site

Freudenberg Medical LLC

You support our team as

Lean Manager - Continuous Improvement

Responsibilities

• Participate as a member of the plant staff
• Utilizes Lean tool box to DRIVE a Lean System
• Facilitate Continuous Improvement teams using Kaizen, VA/VE, 3P, 5s and SMED
• Achieve Project IMPACT cost savings objectives and report monthly results
• Interfaces with the lean community and functions as the site lean representative
• Provide leadership and run the Lean Steering Committee
• Follow up on Kaizen event action list through to close
• Guide organization in Lean Systems implementation
• Provide input to the Global Lean Director to continually improve training materials and technique
• Promote a continuous improvement culture through achievement of RPA targets
• Plan, organize, and EXECUTE Kaizen events
• Execute, track, and take accountability for continuous improvement savings and results
• Conduct Lean training

Qualifications

• Excellent problem solving and facilitation skills
• Must have problem solving and facilitation skills
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodology (Kaizen, VA/VE, 3P, 5s and SMED)
• Must be enthusiastic, tenacious, professional and articulate
• Knowledge of the Toyota Production System
• Lean Systems Certification
• Leadership skills
• BS, Engineering or equivalent experience
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Must have ability to become a certified Black Belt within 18 months
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tool box and experience in Lean Systems implementation
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience implementing Lean manufacturing
• Must possess communication and training skills
• Must be able to interact with all levels of the organization
• Preferred knowledge of Six Sigma
• Excellent communication and training skills

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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