Lean Coordinator

At GF, we see our company as a forward-thinking leader in our field. Since 1802, we have been embracing innovations and sustainable solutions of the highest quality that add value to people’s lives around the globe.

Join us to be part of a forward-thinking, people-centered company where your ideas and contributions truly matter.

This is your opportunity to make a real impact in a collaborative, international environment.

The Lean Coordinator is responsible for the implementation and coordination of Lean initiatives/projects to enhance the organizational effectiveness in lean manufacturing. Duties include managing A3 projects, leading Kaizen events, 6S activities, Six Sigma projects, lead Value Stream Mapping and tracking CI reductions.  The Lean Coordinator is also responsible for training employees as defined in the Operational Excellence (Lean) model.  

• Prioritizes daily activities and aligns actions to support overall function and business strategy.

• Models our Uponor values and behaviors and demonstrates peer leadership to engage diverse audiences through effective collaboration and influence. 

• In conjunction with leadership, provides input on individual performance objectives that are aligned with the functional and business strategy.

• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships within all levels of the organization; especially drive buy-in and establish clear communications with the shop floor.  This includes coaching employees on the use of Lean tools and fundamentals.

• Leads, facilitates, or mentors leaders of kaizen/5S events which involves planning, conducting the event, and following up on newspaper items for sustainment.

• Leads Lean Bronze and Silver level training as defined in the Operational Excellence (Lean) process.

• Leads A3’s/Lean Projects and other miscellaneous tasks as assigned by Lean leadership or other areas of the company.

• Assists Lean leadership with strategic planning and goal setting and participating in the Lean Steering committee.

• Seeks out opportunities to contribute to the business success through proactive involvement in team initiatives

Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent

• 2-4 years of continuous improvement/lean manufacturing experience 

• (Bachelor’s degree a plus)

• Demonstrated skills in leadership, organization, and communication are required for this

• Demonstrated experience in implementing Lean methodologies/tools, including 6S, value

• stream mapping, kanban, visual controls, waste walks, kaizen events, gemba walks, and

• standard work

• Excellent oral and written communication skills across all organizational levels

• Effective presentation skills

• Mastery/fluent usage of all basic Microsoft applications is also required

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

• Lean Certification through an accredited organization a plus.

What will you get?

• Competitive salary and benefits 

• Four weeks PTO + 10 paid holidays 

• 401k match up to 4%, fully vested on day one of enrollment 

Our teams live out GF values everyday by demonstrating these behaviors.

Performance - is about speed and excellence

• Take full ownership of responsibilities

• Act with an entrepreneurial mindset to further develop the business

• Take calculated risks to explore new opportunities and drive success

• Benchmark against the best to strive for excellence

Learning - is about having an open mind

• Be curious by exploring new ideas, approaches and solutions

• Convert new ideas into reality

• Fail fast to succeed early and help the team to implement required changes

• Be agile and adapt to new situations in a pro-active manner

Caring - is about being part of a team

• Enhance psychological safety to unleash the full potential

• Provide and seek candid feedback to be effective as a winning team

• Enable other members of the team to succeed

Celebrate success with the team

Disclaimers:

Applicable to US job postings only (not Canada): The expected compensation range for this position is $27.70-$41.56/hourly. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. Please note that this range represents the full base hourly rate for the role and hiring at or near the top of the range is uncommon to ensure room for future pay advancement.

Uponor is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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