Lean Leader - Manufacturing Site

About the role

JCI Durango's manufacturing site is looking for a Lean Leader to own the Lean Transformation journey of one of two engineered-to-order and configured-to-order value streams. Reporting to the Business System Director and working closely with the Value Stream (Focus Factory) Manager, the role defines, designs and implements process improvements under the Johnson Controls Business System, coaches improvement teams and drives the plant's Lean Transformation.

Key responsibilities

• Identify gaps in business metrics and set up a strategy to improve them, working with all levels of the plant
• Use Value Stream Mapping and root cause tools (A3, 5 Whys, Fishbone) to assess the current state, define a future state and monitor the implementation plan
• Coach Focus Factory staff, front-line leaders and associates in JCBS principles and continuous improvement
• Ensure the Daily Management system is implemented and sustained, and run time studies to rebalance operations and eliminate waste
• Use 3P to create flow, modify physical and digital layouts, and involve process owners in SW development
• Track kaizen projects, prepare detailed plans and ensure timely completion
• Help build a plant Lean Transformation Roadmap, partner with Process Owners to remove barriers, and document and share best practices across the NA Chillers business
• Deliver the Focus Factory and Plant annual goals, support standards compliance and new system deployment, and drive safety performance in the plant

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Engineering
• At least 5 years of professional experience, including 2 years in manufacturing operations and 2 years in continuous improvement or lean manufacturing
• At least 2 years of indirect leadership experience driving Lean Transformation
• Green Belt Six Sigma or a Lean certification in Value Stream Mapping and Standard Work
• Preferred: 2 years of Shinguijutsu events experience, Mexican passport and American visa, and experience in a robust continuous improvement business system

Required skills

• Lean tools: VSM, Kaizen facilitation, SMED, 5S, standard work, takt time, flow, pull systems
• A3 methodology and strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, facilitation and coaching skills
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
• Visio or similar for process maps, and AutoCAD or similar for site layouts

What we offer

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Supportive, inclusive work environment
• Commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being