Lean Manufacturing Manager jobs in Hickory, NC

***Please note, this position can be based out of Muscatine, IA – Atlanta, GA – Jasper, IN – Hickory, NC. We are open to remote/hybrid for the right candidate based on experience and geographic location.***

HNI Corporation is a global family of brands for the workplace and home dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where we make a positive impact on others; upholding our beliefs in integrity, inclusion and belonging.

What We Need:

We are looking for a Lean Development Manager to join our HNI Workplace Furnishings team!

The Lean Development Manager is a primary resource to support HNI’s lean transformation efforts. The Lean Development Manager will partner with the BPI team and leadership to drive lean vision and strategy, increase lean talent and member engagement, and deploy the BPI model and tools to drive sustainable business results.

Compensation:

• $100,000 – 130,000 base annual bonus structure

What You Will Do:

• Participate in and lead problem solving events and workshops to drive improved business results.
• Support Hoshin Kanri training and deployment
• Mentor members (executive leaders to BPI Managers in facilities) in lean practices and tools
• Develop BPI training materials and deliver practical, hands-on training and facilitate workshops in BPI methodology to eliminate waste. Promote a continuous learning environment.
• Collaborate with business leaders to develop and drive adherence to BPI standards.
• Schedule, facilitate, and participate in HNI Operations System Assessments and update supporting documents (manual, coaching guidelines, and lean leader matrix)
• Coordinate external consultants and manage kaizen event schedules
• Provide member development opportunities through coordination of external benchmarking visits, lean study tours, conferences, and virtual training.
• Communicate best practices within the organization, championing leverage across all business
• Travel: 50-75% is expected, mostly domestic, but could include Mexico

What You Have:

• 4-year degree in engineering, business, or operations management

What You’re Good At:

• Demonstrated understanding of lean principles and proven track record/performance
• Change management, lean leadership and RCI and problem-solving event participation
• Team leading/building with cross-functional teams
• Proven performance in a transformation role
• Effective presentation skills and ability to influence others
• Lean training or coursework in operational improvement, Silver or Gold BPI certification preferred

HNI Corporation (NYSE: HNI) is a manufacturer of workplace furnishings and building products, operating under two segments. The workplace furnishings segment is a leading global designer and provider of commercial furnishings, going to market under multiple unique brands. The residential building products segment is the nation’s leading manufacturer and marketer of hearth products.

As one of the larger employers in Iowa, HNI Corporation was recognized in 2018, 2019, and 2020 for the diversity of our Board of Directors and was named in 2020, 2021, and #6 in 2022 as one of America's Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek.

How we act today protects how we live tomorrow. Check out our CSR Report here: https://www.hnicorp.com/social-responsibility

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), are not just core beliefs at HNI - they are operational imperatives. We value each other’s differences in experiences and ideas to solve problems and better serve our customers. Take a look at our DEI goals here: https://www.hnicorp.com/diversity-equity-and-inclusion

We offer Benefits on Day 1, including a new voluntary benefit, Daily Pay! To learn about all the benefits HNI has to offer visit www.HNIbenefits.com.

We also invite you to visit us at www.HNICorp.com to learn more!

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