Veteran Hiring Solutions Hiring for Lean Management Specialist at United States Full Time

This is a remote position.

Are you ready to make a real impact? Our client is looking for a Lean Management Specialist to join a newly created team to help roll out Operations Excellence System (OES) across North America. If you love solving problems, building processes, and empowering teams, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Watch the Hiring Manager discuss this role and its importance here; https://www.loom.com/share/d1d43796af9b45da959fc95746984071?sid=a40f307e-bf04-4d95-b441-633a186bd31d

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the Charge on Continuous Improvement

You’ll be the go-to person for driving lean initiatives at our plants. Whether it’s running workshops, training team members, or identifying ways to streamline processes, you’ll help create a culture where continuous improvement is just how we do things.

• Partnering with Frontline Teams

The client believes in an inverted pyramid approach, where the people closest to the work have the best insights. You’ll work directly with frontline employees—their consultants—while coaching plant leaders to turn those insights into action.

• Creating and Standardizing Processes

Your work will focus on standardizing processes and documenting the “best way” to get things done. It’s about creating consistency, so everyone has the tools to succeed and we can keep building on their progress.

• Collaborating Across the Region

With six sites today and many more in the future, you’ll collaborate with leadership and plant teams to tackle challenges and push company OES journey forward. Whether it’s addressing resistance to change or rolling out new practices, you’ll be an integral part of the team.

• Making Sense of the Data

Numbers tell a story, and you’ll help them make sense of them. By reviewing KPIs and sharing insights, you’ll guide the teams to better performance and bigger wins.

Who They are Looking For

• A Lean Guru

You’ve been there, done that with lean methodologies, and you know how to put them into action. Certifications like a Green or Black Belt are a plus, but we care more about what you’ve done than what’s on paper.

• A Natural Leader

You lead with influence, not authority, inspiring teams to embrace change and take ownership of their work. Servant leadership is your style.

• A Problem-Solver Extraordinaire

Ambiguity doesn’t scare you—in fact, you thrive in it. You’re great at finding solutions and turning ideas into action.

• A Team Player with an Eye on Culture

Respect for people is at the heart of everything we do. If you’re bilingual in Spanish, even better—the Mexico-based teams will love it!

What Life in This Role Looks Like

• Travel: Expect to be on the road about 50% of the time. Some weeks you’ll be at a plant from Monday through Thursday, and others you’ll work remotely or in the office, prepping for what’s next. Occasionally, there’s global travel too, but we always strive to balance work and life.
• Flexibility: This is a hybrid role, so you’ll have the freedom to work remotely when not traveling.

What You’ll Bring

• A background in engineering, operations management, or a similar field.
• A love for lean principles and the know-how to implement them.
• Strong communication skills—you’ll need them to coach teams and build trust.

Why You’ll Love It Here

This isn’t just another job; it’s a chance to help shape the future of our operations. You’ll have the freedom to bring your ideas to life, collaborate with incredible people, and see the direct impact of your work. Plus, we believe in working hard but also making time for life outside the job.

Requirements

Multiple examples of incorporating lean principles into operational processes. Must be a servant leader. This person will be in a role of influence, not power. Examples of you using your influence, not rank, to get the mission accomplished.

You must be passionate about lean and process improvement principles. You are part of the team creating and implementing these principles across North America.

Benefits

Global company with a robust benefits program to include retirement.