Lean Manufacturing Specialist, Sr. jobs in Wheaton, IL

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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GSI NAM Lean Specialist
  • GE
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL OTHER
  • Job Description Summary

    The Lean role will directly be related to developing and driving a lean / continuous improvement culture in a Project-based, transactional driven business. The candidate will participate in & lead process improvements, conduct lean training, and facilitate kaizen events – driving continuous improvement discussions and activities. There will be ongoing activities to apply and train on lean principles throughout the life cycle of the project environment. This includes, for example, leading teams in the analysis of processes, simplification of processes, eliminating waste, reducing cost, as well as standardizing and facilitating efficiency for lean optimization. This person will support a cross functional team (including tendering, engineering, project management, sourcing / procurement, logistics, quality, finance, PMO, quality and Lean) dedicated to executing the lean roadmap to meet efficiency and milestone targets. The supplier management responsibility will focus on working with suppliers to drive improved performance through reviews and root cause analysis. This includes working directly with suppliers to resolve issues and ensure sustained improvement.

    Job Description

    Roles and Responsibilities

    • Implement and/or support counter measures and actions for Kaizen Events
    • Perform Quality and Lean activities collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure cost out and efficiency project deliverables (milestones, process improvements, etc..) are met in a timely manner, contributing to established targets with no compromise on product quality/compliance, supplier continuity, and efficiency and risk mitigations.
    • Lean actions include optimizing the execution of the changes resulting from kaizen events to support cost-out actions, ensuring operational alignment and ensuring continuity.
    • Generate new cost-out ideas and help consolidate next cost-out action pipeline.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering from an accredited university or college
    • Minimum of 3 years of quality / lean experience
    • Minimum of 3 years of project management experience

    Desired Characteristics

    • Proven ability to work in cross-functional team
    • Proven experience with project management
    • Proven ability to analyze and organize data
    • Strong negotiation, interpersonal, communication and leadership skills
    • Experience in product cost-out initiatives
    • Ability to lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact
    • Effective problem identification and solution skills
    • Experience working with suppliers and driving improvement opportunities
    • Proven Facilitation Skills
  • 11 Days Ago

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Digital and Automation Specialist (Manufacturing Industry 4.0)
  • IMEC Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • Location: Flexible - Northern Illinois Position Description and Responsibilities The Digital and Automation Specialist initiates and maintains relationships with manufacturers, assesses their challeng...
  • 29 Days Ago

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Sr. Manufacturing Engineer (CapEX)
  • Actalent
  • Bloomingdale, IL OTHER
  • Exciting Manufacturing Engineer Opening! If interested in hearing more please apply! Seeking candidates with the following qualifications below5 years of Manufacturing Automation ExperienceExperience ...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, PCBA
  • Sibel Health
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • A BIT ABOUT SIBEL HEALTH: With headquarters based in Chicago, Illinois and an international office in Seoul, South Korea, Sibel Health is an award-winning digital health startup with a mission to deli...
  • 27 Days Ago

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Sr. Buyer, External Manufacturing
  • The Kraft Heinz Company
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • Job DescriptionJob Purpose As a Senior Buyer for External Manufacturing, you will be a member of Kraft Heinz's North American Zone's (U.S. and Canada) Procurement team and play a role in identifying e...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Manufacturing Specialist
  • Numat
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • Summary Position: Manufacturing Specialist Location: Chicago, IL Hours: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm Travel: Domestic only Benefits: Competitive salary. Benefits include: Family Health, Dental, Vision; Flexible ...
  • 1 Day Ago

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0 Lean Manufacturing Specialist, Sr. jobs found in Wheaton, IL area

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Production Control Supervisor / Master Scheduler
  • LHH
  • Glendale Heights, IL
  • LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a Production Control Superviso...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Production Team Lead
  • C4 Technical Services
  • Chicago, IL
  • Job Description Job Description Production Team Lead II Location: Chicago, IL Duration: 3 months, possible contract to h...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Production Team Lead
  • C4 Technical Services
  • Chicago, IL
  • Job Description Job Description Production Team Lead II Location: Chicago, IL Duration: 3 months, possible contract to h...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Global Quality Manager
  • Provisur Technologies Inc
  • Mokena, IL
  • Provisur is an industry leader that pushes the boundaries of ingenuity, bringing precision-engineered food processing eq...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Manufacturing Engineer
  • Marmon Foodservice Technologies
  • Carol Stream, IL
  • About The Job Though you may not know us by name, you’ve most likely enjoyed meals and refreshments supported by our ind...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Maintenance Supervisor (Food Manufacturing)
  • PrideNow
  • Chicago, IL
  • PrideNow is seeking an experienced Senior Maintenance Supervisor for our food manufacturing client in Chicago, IL 60629!...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sr. Analyst, QA - Meat and Cheese
  • Kraft Heinz Company
  • Glenview, IL
  • Job Description Kraft Heinz, The Company The Kraft Heinz Company is the fifth largest food and beverage company in the w...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Quality Specialist
  • Sterling Engineering
  • Lincolnshire, IL
  • Title: Quality Specialist Location: Lincolnshire, IL Terms: Direct hire Salary: $65k-$70k/yr Looking for an entry level ...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Wheaton is a suburban city in Milton and Winfield Townships and is the county seat of DuPage County, Illinois. It is located approximately 30 miles (48 km) west of Chicago. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 52,894, which was estimated to have increased to 53,469 by July 2012. Wheaton is located at 41°51′22″N 88°06′30″W / 41.85611°N 88.10833°W / 41.85611; -88.10833 (41.8560218, −88.1083010). According to the 2010 census, Wheaton has a total area of 11.436 square miles (29.62 km2), of which 11.25 square miles (29.14 km2) (or 98.37%) is land and 0.186 square miles (0.4...
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Income Estimation for Lean Manufacturing Specialist, Sr. jobs
$104,143 to $137,168
Wheaton, Illinois area prices
were up 0.8% from a year ago