Lean Manufacturing Specialist jobs in Nebraska

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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Lean specialist
  • J. E. Dunn Construction Group
  • Omaha, NE FULL_TIME
  • 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 them with innovative tools , and letting them share in the company's rewards , we've found a sustainable way to grow in our industry for the last 100 years.

    Our diverse teams around the country strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places every day, and we need inspired people like you to join us in our pursuit of building perfection.

    Role Summary

    The Lean Specialist will train internal staff on Lean tools and helps develop and maintain Lean transformation processes and programs.

    All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.

    • Autonomy & Decision-Making : Follows directions and refers all exceptions to supervisor.
    • Career Path : Senior Lean Specialist.

    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.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 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).
    • 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.
    • 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

    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 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 (Preferred).
    • 2 years experience in meeting or group facilitation (Preferred).
    • 0-2 years experience implementing process improvement methodologies (Required).

    Working Environment

    Benefits Information

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

    Click here for benefits details.

    At JE Dunn, our approach to benefits means caring for the whole person, and it begins with a comprehensive benefits program that meets families' needs.

    We offer competitive and award-winning benefit packages including medical, dental, vision, 401(K) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

    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 accommodations@jedunn.com

    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.

    Why People Work Here

    At JE Dunn we offer our employees an inspired place to enrich their life and the lives of those around them

    Building on our rich history, our employee owners are shaping the future of JE Dunn. In our team-focused environment we do life together and are generously rewarded for our efforts

    About JE Dunn

    For more information on who we are, click here.

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    Last updated : 2024-02-27

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Lean Specialist
  • JE Dunn Construction
  • Omaha, NE FULL_TIME
  • 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 them with innovative tools, and lett...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Tool and Die Specialist
  • Orthman Manufacturing
  • Lexington, NE FULL_TIME
  • SUMMARY Using complex drawings and blue prints, maintain existing production tooling, machine repair parts for equipment, and create custom tooling and prototypes for special projects. PERFORMANCE EXP...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Customer Support Specialist
  • GT Sales & Manufacturing Inc
  • Omaha, NE FULL_TIME
  • Description At GT Midwest, we value our employees and our customers. If you are looking to join a company who has been in business for over 75 years and has an amazing work environment, the Customer S...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Production Planning Specialist
  • Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp., U.S.A.
  • Lincoln, NE FULL_TIME
  • Description Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp., U.S.A seeks full-time Production Planning Specialist at our Consumer Products manufacturing facility in Lincoln, NE. Responsibilities of Production Pla...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Manufacturing Specialist I
  • honeywell2-pilot
  • Nebraska, NE FULL_TIME
  • The future is what you make it.When you join Honeywell, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future. That means changing...
  • 1 Month Ago

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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

The state is bordered by South Dakota to the north; Iowa to the east and Missouri to the southeast, across the Missouri River; Kansas to the south; Colorado to the southwest; and Wyoming to the west. The state has 93 counties and is split between two time zones, with the state's eastern half observing Central Time and the western half observing Mountain Time. Three rivers cross the state from west to east. The Platte River, formed by the confluence of the North Platte and the South Platte, runs through the state's central portion, the Niobrara River flows through the northern part, and the Rep...
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Income Estimation for Lean Manufacturing Specialist jobs
$76,113 to $97,779

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