Lean Manufacturing Specialist, Sr. jobs in High Point, NC

Lean Manufacturing Specialist, Sr. implements Lean Manufacturing goals and strategies for improving the operations and processes within the organization. Evaluates all continuous improvement activities and develops plans to optimize performance and processes. Being a Lean Manufacturing Specialist, Sr. employs Lean methodologies and tools in order to accomplish business objectives. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Lean Manufacturing Specialist, Sr. 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, Sr. typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Sr Program Manager Manufacturing - Remote
  • Kennametal
  • Asheboro, NC FULL_TIME
  • With over 80 years as an industrial technology leader, Kennametal Inc. delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Every day approximately 8,700 employees are helping customers in more than 60 countries stay competitive. Kennametal generated $2 billion in revenues in fiscal 2022. Learn more at . Follow @Kennametal: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

    Sr Program Manager Manufacturing - Remote

    Location - Prefer candidate in or near Asheboro, NC, but would be open to candidate working remotely from somewhere in Eastern Time Zone US with travel up to 50%

    Job Summary

    This role is responsible for managing, through direct influence, the overall coordination and execution of highly complex programs with multi-million-dollar budgets. Project types may include strategic projects, new product development, major capital improvement investments, manufacturing process development and implementation efforts at various production plants and manufacturing footprint initiatives. The primary role and responsibilities will include the leadership, planning, development, organization and maintenance of the program timeline and resource plans for defined Kennametal projects. This role may will also act as liaison between business functions (e.g., Manufacturing, Marketing, Technology, IT, Finance), identifying key stakeholders, ensuring alignment is being facilitated among process owners. Executive level and senior leadership communications are expected. This role also includes contributing to overall business strategy associated with project selection.

    Key Job Responsibilities

    * Manage day to day responsibilities of various workstream teams by creating complete capital and project execution plans, with defined scope, success criteria, schedule, financial, risk, and plant readiness plans.

    * Develop tactical plans to achieve business results and provide feedback and input on strategy to the Portfolio Manager and Business Unit Lead.

    * Monitor processes and provide reports on progress and achievement of business/program objectives using Integrated Master Schedules to identify and manage the critical paths (capacity, capability, etc.) for all program requirements. Track and communicate key program metrics and milestones to all team members and stakeholders.

    * Optimize resource allocation and utilization to accomplish program objectives efficiently and on time. Ensure schedules are resource loaded to drive accountability.

    * Conduct proactive and comprehensive risk management to ensure risks are identified, impacts are known and communicated, and mitigations are planned into the project schedules.

    * Position can be located in any of the following locations: KMT office, home office.

    * Travel required will be over 50% depending on hiring location.

    Requirements

    * Bachelors degree in an engineering or manufacturing discipline required.

    * Ten to fifteen years of demonstrated experience as a program manager leading efforts with multi-million-dollar budgets using cross functional teams from several different groups

    * Able to execute programs of high complexity and uncertainty from concept through deployment with no supervision and in accordance with Kennametal's stage gate process.

    * Demonstrated experience in leading technical, design and manufacturing teams, including contract resources, in a globalenvironment; Global project management experience required.

    * Experience utilizing disciplined, structured, and repetitive processes to manage project teams.

    * Demonstrated experience in project selection / project portfolio alignment.

    * Demonstrated experience with facilitating strong collaboration/communication across multiple geographic locations.

    * Strong written and oral communication skills.

    * Languages: English required.

    * Strong competency in customer focus (both internal and external) to ensure program objectives meet the customer's needs.

    * Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, Project Management Software (e.g. Microsoft Project), and demonstrated ability to learn other business software.

    * Demonstrated and proven proficiency in program management


    Equal Opportunity Employer–minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

     

  • 21 Days Ago

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Quality Assurance Technician
  • BrassCraft Manufacturing
  • Thomasville, NC FULL_TIME
  • Craft Your Career with Brasscraft Manufacturing Company! Brasscraft Manufacturing Company is a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality water and gas flow control products, plumbing servic...
  • 27 Days Ago

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Mill operator
  • BrassCraft Manufacturing Co.
  • Thomasville, NC FULL_TIME
  • Job DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY : The Tube Mill Operator is responsible to operate equipment in a Tube Production Cell, such as Tube Mills, Tube Swagers, Tube Corrugators, Spot Welder and measuring in...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Manufacturing Engineer
  • Actalent
  • Randleman, NC OTHER
  • Description:Our client has a project scoped for 12 months at the Randleman facility. They’re being asked by leadership to develop a solution to drive throughput in the plant as they’re expecting to do...
  • 6 Days Ago

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On Site Chassis Receiver
  • A. M. Haire Manufacturing & Service Corp
  • Thomasville, NC FULL_TIME
  • ***Ask about our $500.00 sign on bonus*** A.M. Haire is looking to add an experienced chassis driver to our team. We offer excellent benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, 401K, Life Insurance, ...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Process/Production Manager
  • A. M. Haire Manufacturing & Service Corp
  • Thomasville, NC FULL_TIME
  • SCOPE:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Process/Production Manager to join our team. As a PPM, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing our manufacturing processes to ensure...
  • 4 Days Ago

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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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Shift Supervisor
  • Waffle House, Inc.
  • High Point, NC
  • At Waffle House, we are not in the food business. We are in the People Business and we are hiring immediately for shift ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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KFC Shift Manager
  • KBP Foods
  • High Point, NC
  • Join KBP Foods' KFC franchise as a Shift Manager and lead a dedicated team in delivering exceptional customer service at...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Blowmold Operator
  • PET Dairy
  • High Point, NC
  • · Monitor conveyor lines for damaged bottles · Operate bagger and debagger stations · Troubleshoot and implement minor r...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Laborer - Drum Operator - Food Manufacturing
  • PIEDMONT CANDY COMPANY
  • High Point, NC
  • Job Details Job Location Lexington, NC Position Type Full Time Salary Range $15.00 - $15.00 Hourly Job Shift 1st Shift J...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Foam Fabrication Engineer
  • Symbiotic Services
  • High Point, NC
  • Job Description Job Title: Foam Fabrication Engineer Department: Product Development FLSA Status: Exempt Summary: Report...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Industry Transformation Advisor (Smart Manufacturing)
  • Avanade Inc.
  • Greensboro, NC
  • Industry Transformation Advisor (Smart Manufacturing) Introduction: Avanades Integrated Go-To-Market (IGTM) function bri...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Production Supervisor
  • Marsh Furniture Company
  • High Point, NC
  • Marsh Furniture Company is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead our Front Frame Processing Department. T...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

High Point is a city located in the Piedmont Triad region of the state of North Carolina. Most of the city is located in Guilford County, with portions spilling into neighboring Randolph, Davidson, and Forsyth counties. High Point is North Carolina's only city that extends into four counties. As of the 2010 census the city had a total population of 104,371, with an estimated population of 108,629 in 2014. High Point is currently the ninth-largest municipality in North Carolina, and the 259th largest city in America. High Point is known for its furniture, textiles, and bus manufacturing. The ci...
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Income Estimation for Lean Manufacturing Specialist, Sr. jobs
$96,618 to $127,255
High Point, North Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago