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Lean Facilitator

Lean Facilitator

New FlyerCrookston, MN, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

New Flyer is North America's heavy-duty transit bus leader and offers the most advanced product line under the Xcelsior and Xcelsior CHARGE brands. It also provides infrastructure development through NFI Infrastructure Solutions, dedicated to safe, sustainable, and reliable charging and mobility solutions. Learn more at .

As a Lean Facilitator, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the operations of our manufacturing facilities. Your primary responsibilities will involve leading various continuous improvement initiatives using lean principles and methodologies. You will facilitate kaizen events, provide essential training, and help drive a culture of sustained improvement across the organization.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Lead and facilitate lean kaizen events across manufacturing locations
  • Prepare detailed report-outs at the conclusion of each kaizen event
  • Develop and implement comprehensive lean training programs for staff at all levels
  • Ensure standard audit processes are in place to maintain 5S and Visual Factory methodologies
  • Collaborate with other Lean Facilitators to standardize lean practices and share best practices among sites
  • Spend a significant amount of time on the shop floor assessing processes and driving improvements
  • Contribute to setting lean goals and strategic direction for the organization
  • Educate staff on lean practices and their expected impact on performance
  • Develop problem-solving methodologies to address process inefficiencies
  • Stay current with the latest lean tools and processes including 5S, Visual Factory, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and others

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a lean facilitator in a manufacturing setting
  • Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and facilitation skills; capable of working at all organizational levels
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
  • Positive attitude with a proactive approach to challenges in a dynamic environment
  • Lean Greenbelt certification or equivalent training / experience is preferred
  • Basic mechanical aptitude is an asset
  • Goal-oriented mindset with a focus on achieving objectives within deadlines
  • Meticulous attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality

    • Benefits

  • Competitive wages
  • Immediate benefit eligibility
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • 401K with generous company match
  • On-the-job training provided in a continuous learning environment
  • Advancement opportunities with a growing company
  • Apart of a team who is leading the world's electrification of mass mobility

    • OUR WHY

    We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient and reliable.

    NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions. News and information are available at , , , , , and www.nfi.parts.

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