Lean Manufacturing Specialist jobs in Minnesota

Lean Manufacturing Specialist assists with the implementation of Lean Manufacturing goals and strategies for improving the operations and processes within the organization. Evaluates all continuous improvement activities and implements plans to optimize performance and processes. Being a Lean Manufacturing Specialist employs Lean methodologies and tools in order to accomplish business objectives. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Lean Manufacturing Specialist also requires training and Lean certification through an accredited organization. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. To be a Lean Manufacturing Specialist typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Construction Lean Specialist
  • JE Dunn Construction
  • Minneapolis, MN FULL_TIME
  • Best People Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn's success.

    By hiringinspired people, giving theminteresting and challenging work, enabling them withinnovative tools, and letting themshare in the company's rewards, we've found asustainable way to growin our industry for the last 100 years.

    Our diverse teams around the country strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places everyday, andwe need inspired people like youto join us in our pursuit of building perfection.

    Role Summary

    The Senior Lean Specialist will train internal team on a greater variety of Lean tools and develop and maintain Lean transformation processes and programs. This position will be responsible for creating and maintaining training/planning materials, coaching project teams, and helping all employees understand and apply Lean Principles to their work. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.

    • Autonomy & Decision-Making: is expected to function independently in the role with supervision and oversight as needed. Follows directions and refers all exceptions to supervisor.
    • Career Path: Lean Services Manager.
    Key Role Responsibilities - Core

    LEAN SPECIALIST FAMILY - CORE

    • Trains internal staff on Lean tools. Helps develop and maintain Lean transformation processes and programs.
    • Coaches and supports project teams and/or internal customers with implementation of the basic Lean tools such as Last Planner System, Kanban, meeting facilitation and continuous improvement programs.
    • Trains and supports the office and/or region with basic lean tools including but not limited to, Value Stream Mapping, A3's, 5S, Visual Management, Kanban and Kaizen.
    • Trains and coaches employees and team members to understand the Work Flow Commitment Loop (reliable promising).
    • May lead and train PMs and Superintendents to run effective Pull Planning sessions, weekly Planning sessions and Daily Stand-up sessions through a lead/co-facilitate/coach model.
    • Assumes responsibility for bringing all components of the Last Planner System together to function as a system. Trains and coaches the team in LPS practices.
    • Actively participates in the development and maintenance of the organization's ongoing Lean journey.
    • Challenges project team members and employees to identify, remove and resolve constraints that prevent the team from fulfilling commitments.
    • Maintains level of standards of lean tools used among project teams or within the organization.
    • Utilizes current training materials and customizes to specific assigned customer.
    • Looks for opportunities to improve current training materials.
    • Serves as an ongoing resource for assigned projects and employees to help identify opportunities for improvement.
    Key Role Responsibilities - Additional Core

    SENIOR LEAN SPECIALIST

    In addition, this position will be responsible for the following:

    • Training, teaching and coaching a larger variety and/or more complex tools such as Choosing By Advantages, Target Value Design and Integrated Project Delivery support.
    • Facilitates larger groups and complex project teams.
    • Engages a variety level of leaders to coach, train and teach Lean concepts.
    • Creates or contributes to new training materials.
    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
    • Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner.
    • Communication skills, verbal and written (Advanced).
    • Proficiency in MS Office.
    • Ability to facilitate meetings and build consensus.
    • Ability to conduct effective presentations (Intermediate).
    • Ability to coach.
    • Ability to adapt and respond to dynamic situations.
    • Ability and desire to master new skills (Intermediate).
    • Ability to lead change management and Lean efforts (Intermediate).
    • Listening skills (Intermediate).
    • Ability to read a situation and make sound assessments and recommendations.
    • Ability to speak confidently in small groups.
    • Open learner and highly coachable.
    • Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy.
    • Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally.
    Education
    • Bachelor's degree in construction management, business management or related field (Preferred).
    • In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
    Experience
    • 5 years construction operations or Lean experience (Required).
    • 2 years experience in meeting or group facilitation (Preferred).
    • 2 years experience implementing process improvement methodologies (Preferred).
    Working Environment
      Benefits Information

      The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union. Please click the link below for more details.

      JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

      JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to

      JE Dunn Construction Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of JE Dunn Construction without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of JE Dunn Construction Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.

       

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    Construction Lean Specialist
    • JE Dunn
    • Minneapolis, MN FULL_TIME
    • Location: Minneapolis, MN, US, 55401 Best People Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn’s success. By hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling...
    • 16 Days Ago

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    Category Specialist
    • McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing
    • Center, MN FULL_TIME
    • JOB SUMMARY: The Category Specialist role is an intermediate level position within the supply chain category management and new product development functions. This role will support the organization b...
    • 1 Month Ago

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    Manufacturing specialist
    • Dahl Consulting
    • Minneapolis, MN FULL_TIME
    • Title : Manufacturing Associate Salary : $50-$60k Location : Minneapolis, MN - on-site What you’ll do as the Purchasing Specialist : Responsible for purchasing the parts to make these energy systems f...
    • 25 Days Ago

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    Purchasing Specialist (Buyer) - Indirect
    • McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing
    • Center, MN FULL_TIME
    • JOB SUMMARY: The Purchasing Specialist - Indirect role supports the purchasing and supply chain department areas of responsibility for indirect, MRO, consumables, hardware and fasteners. It is primari...
    • 9 Days Ago

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    Clinical Education Specialist
    • Medi USA - Medi Manufacturing, Inc.
    • Minneapolis, MN FULL_TIME
    • medi USA is looking for a motivated and personable Lymphedema Clinical Education Specialist in the Minneapolis, MN area to lead efforts in the training and educational development of medi sales reps, ...
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    HRIS Analyst
    • Delta Electronics Americas
    • Fremont, CA
    • HRIS Analyst Delta Electronics (Americas) Delta, founded in 1971, is a global leader in switching power supplies and the...
    • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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    Continuous Improvement Engineer
    • LaSalle Network
    • Chicago, IL
    • LaSalle Network has partnered with a food manufacturing company to hire a Continuous Improvement Engineer. This role spe...
    • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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    Production Engineer (GMP)
    • AmplifyBio
    • New Albany, OH
    • Are you passionate about significantly improving the future of medicine? Do you believe that people are the most importa...
    • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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    Materials Specialist
    • APR Consulting
    • Pasadena, TX
    • A chemicals/manufacturing client is looking for a Warehouse Senior Material Specialist who will lead inventory managemen...
    • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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    Production Planner
    • Rotork
    • Winston-Salem, NC
    • Job Description The Production Planner is responsible for capacity planning, production planning, material availability ...
    • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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    Sheet Metal Worker
    • Baltimore Aircoil Company
    • Milford, DE
    • Grow your career with us as our Shift Leader in Sheet Metal which is a part of the department leadership team and shares...
    • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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    Director, IT Business Transformation - Hybrid in Addison, TX
    • BravoTECH
    • Addison, TX
    • Director, IT Business Transformation The Director, IT Business Transformation will deliver IT support for M&A in partner...
    • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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    Lean Manufacturing Specialist
    • Doherty | The Employment Experts
    • Tempe, AZ
    • Lean Coordinator We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work! Join an organization that ensures a more sec...
    • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

    Minnesota (/ˌmɪnɪˈsoʊtə/ (listen)) is a state in the Upper Midwest and northern regions of the United States. Minnesota was admitted as the 32nd U.S. state on May 11, 1858, created from the eastern half of the Minnesota Territory. The state has a large number of lakes, and is known by the slogan the "Land of 10,000 Lakes". Its official motto is L'Étoile du Nord (French: Star of the North). Minnesota is the 12th largest in area and the 22nd most populous of the U.S. states; nearly 60% of its residents live in the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area (known as the "Twin Cities"). This area i...
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    Income Estimation for Lean Manufacturing Specialist jobs
    $83,130 to $106,793

    Lean Manufacturing Specialist in Lexington, KY
    In partnership with our client, a large steel manufacturer, ResourceTek is seeking a Lean Manufacturing Specialist to join their team near Reading, PA.  The right candidate will organize, implement and maintain the production process flow.  This is a direct hire opportunity.
    January 06, 2020
    Lean Manufacturing Specialist in Minneapolis, MN
    This position is part of the Technical Department and will be accountable for Lean Manufactory assistance for operations and projects.
    January 27, 2020
    Lean Manufacturing Specialist in Helena, MT
    In partnership with our client, a large steel manufacturer, ResourceTek is seeking several Lean Manufacturing Specialists to join their team in multiple locations.
    December 07, 2019