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nVent

Sr. Director Lean Excellence

Saint Louis Park, MN · On-site

$204 - $304/hr

The Senior Director Lean Excellence is an enterprise leader that combines enterprise Lean ... Ensure Lean principles are embedded into planning, sourcing, manufacturing, logistics, quality ...

Valmont Industries, Inc.

Lean Coordinator

Farmington, MN · On-site

$55K - $69K/yr

The ability to motivate, develop and direct people without having authority over them * Strong ... Knowledge of the material, costs, techniques and processes used within the manufacturing industry

Webforge

Lean Coordinator

Farmington, MN · On-site

$55K - $69K/yr

The ability to motivate, develop and direct people without having authority over them * Strong ... Knowledge of the material, costs, techniques and processes used within the manufacturing industry

PD Instore

Manufacturing Director

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$125 - $135/hr

The Manufacturing Director brings practical manufacturing and operational experience, with the ... Knowledge or experience with Lean Manufacturing * Knowledge or experience with safety and operating ...

PD Instore

Manufacturing Director

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

The Manufacturing Director brings practical manufacturing and operational experience, with the ... Knowledge or experience with Lean Manufacturing * Knowledge or experience with Safety and Operating ...

PD Instore

Manufacturing Director

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

The Manufacturing Director brings practical manufacturing and operational experience, with the ... Knowledge or experience with Lean Manufacturing * Knowledge or experience with Safety and Operating ...

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Manufacturing Engineer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$80K - $95K/yr

Director of Engineering & Innovation Location: Minneapolis, MN Employment Type/FLSA Status ... Preferred Qualifications · Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher. · Experience using ERP systems ...

Konik

Manufacturing Engineer

Minneapolis, MN

$76K - $98K/yr

Manufacturing Engineer Minneapolis, MN | Direct Hire | $85,000-$95,000 | 100% Onsite Konik is ... Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and data-driven ...

US Tech Solutions

Manufacturing Engineer

Benson, MN · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Company Description US Tech Solutions - Hiring Manufacturing Engineer for 1 of our direct clients ... Qualifications lean manufacturing, Welding, Assembly etc Additional Information All your ...

Actalent

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Hopkins, MN

$92K - $126K/yr

... direct observation, then develop and implement improvements as quickly as practical. * Increase ... Apply Lean manufacturing and Lean Sigma tools to optimize value streams and eliminate waste in ...

JonnyPops, LLC

Director of Manufacturing

Elk River, MN · On-site

$150 - $180/hr

Job Summary The Director of Manufacturing is a senior operations leader responsible for ... Demonstrated experience working with LEAN Manufacturing Principles. * Working mechanical knowledge ...

JonnyPops

Director of Manufacturing

Elk River, MN · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Job Summary The Director of Manufacturing is a senior operations leader responsible for end-to-end ... Demonstrated experience working with LEAN Manufacturing Principles. * Working mechanical knowledge ...

Actalent

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Delano, MN · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

... direct observation, then develop and implement improvements as quickly as practical. * Increase ... Apply Lean manufacturing and Lean Sigma tools to optimize value streams and eliminate waste in ...

Dupont

Manufacturing Domain Leader

Minneapolis, MN

If you are passionate about operational transformation, business systems, Lean manufacturing, and ... Partner closely with Business Operational Excellence Directors, Integrated Operations Leaders, and ...

Dupont

Manufacturing Domain Leader

Edina, MN · On-site

If you are passionate about operational transformation, business systems, Lean manufacturing, and ... Partner closely with Business Operational Excellence Directors, Integrated Operations Leaders, and ...

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How much do director lean manufacturing jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for director lean manufacturing in Minnesota is $138,951.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $109,200.00 and $163,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a director lean manufacturing do?

A Director of Lean Manufacturing leads initiatives to optimize production processes, reduce waste, and improve efficiency within a manufacturing organization. They are responsible for implementing Lean principles and methodologies, such as Kaizen, 5S, and value stream mapping, across the company. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentoring staff, and driving a culture of continuous improvement to achieve operational excellence. Additionally, the Director monitors key performance indicators and ensures that Lean strategies align with business objectives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director lean manufacturing?

To thrive as a Director of Lean Manufacturing, you need deep expertise in lean methodologies, process improvement, and a background in engineering or manufacturing, often supported by a relevant degree. Proficiency with tools like Six Sigma, value stream mapping, and ERP/MES systems, along with Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or similar certifications, is highly valued. Strong leadership, change management abilities, and effective communication help drive organizational buy-in and continuous improvement. These skills are critical for achieving operational excellence, reducing waste, and fostering a culture of efficiency throughout the organization.

How does a director lean manufacturing typically collaborate with other departments to drive continuous improvement initiatives?

A Director of Lean Manufacturing works closely with cross-functional teams such as engineering, production, quality, and supply chain to identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements. They often facilitate workshops, lead kaizen events, and provide training to ensure all departments are aligned with lean principles. Effective communication and strong leadership skills are essential, as the Director must build consensus and foster a culture of continuous improvement across the organization. Collaboration with other department heads is also key to integrating lean strategies into broader business objectives.

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Sr. Director Lean Excellence

nVent

Saint Louis Park, MN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

nVent rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 75 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

323rd of 540 rated manufacturers

Job description

We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.
The Senior Director Lean Excellence is an enterprise leader that combines enterprise Lean architecture with functional Lean leadership. This leader serves as the accountable leader for nVent's Lean strategy, governance, capability build, organization design, and career path across Integrated Supply Chain and related functions.
Beyond traditional Lean deployment, this leader will establish the operating cadence that connects strategy to execution, from enterprise objectives to frontline performance management. The role will ensure that every level of the organization has clear priorities, standard management routines, actionable key performance indicators, and problem-solving processes that drive measurable business results.
This is a highly influential enterprise leadership role focused on creating the Lean functional model, management system, leadership behaviors, performance visibility, and operating rigor necessary to accelerate growth, improve customer outcomes, expand margins, and generate cash. The successful candidate will operate as a strategic partner to the VP Operational Excellence, trusted advisor to the CSCO, and functional leader for the Lean organization. They will be an executive coach to senior leaders, and enterprise-wide catalyst for performance transformation.
WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:
Lead the Lean Function and Operating Model
  • Own the enterprise Lean functional strategy, governance model, standards, and deployment roadmap.
  • Create a scalable Lean organization design that clarifies roles, responsibilities, decision rights, resource allocation, and operating cadence across enterprise, region, segment, site, and functional levels.
  • Establish the Lean career path, role charters, success profiles, competency expectations, and progression criteria for Lean practitioners and leaders.
  • Partner with HR, Talent Development, and leaders across ISC to build a sustainable Lean talent pipeline and succession approach.
  • Provide functional leadership to Lean leaders through direct, matrixed, and community-of-practice mechanisms.
  • Serve as enterprise owner for Lean performance measurement and ISC performance management architecture in partnership with the VP Operational Excellence.
  • Lead deployment of the ISC and OpEx strategy through a focused Lean management system.

Design and Deploy the ISC Management Operating System
  • Own the design, deployment, and maturation of the enterprise supply chain management operating system.
  • Establish the ISC operating system that links strategy, execution, problem solving, and accountability.
  • Build tiered management systems that create visibility and accountability at the point of impact.
  • Develop standard escalation processes for operational abnormalities.

Build Enterprise Lean Capability
  • Develop Lean leadership capability throughout the supply chain and functional organizations.
  • Create and govern Lean training, coaching, certification, and application standards in partnership with HR and Talent Development.
  • Coach senior leaders, Lean leaders, and functional partners on Lean behaviors, problem solving, Gemba leadership, Leader Standard Work, and daily management.
  • Build communities of practice and knowledge-sharing mechanisms to scale standard processes across sites and functions.
  • Ensure capability-building is tied to measurable maturity, value realization, and talent outcomes.

Accelerate Business Performance Through Lean Transformation
  • Use Lean principles as the foundation for improving flow, responsiveness, productivity, quality, safety, customer delivery, inventory, and cash.
  • Identify systemic barriers to performance.
  • Lead enterprise-level value stream assessments.
  • Coach teams to solve root causes rather than symptoms.
  • Support critical business performance turnarounds.
  • Ensure Lean principles are embedded into planning, sourcing, manufacturing, logistics, quality, engineering, EHS, digital, and support functions.
  • Drive standardization, simplification, and waste elimination.

Enterprise Performance Diagnostics
  • Serve as an independent advisor to the VP Operational Excellence and CSCO on organizational health, Lean maturity, and operational performance.
  • Assess operational performance and management system maturity.
  • Provide objective recommendations on priorities, resource allocation, and corrective actions.

YOU HAVE:
  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management or comparable required; MBA preferred.
  • 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, supply chain, operations, Lean, and/or operational excellence.
  • Proven experience building enterprise operating systems, Lean management systems, and functional governance models.
  • Demonstrated success leading large-scale Lean transformations across complex, global manufacturing environments.
  • Experience designing organization structures, role charters, career paths, competency models, and capability-building programs.
  • Experience leading and influencing Lean professionals through direct and matrixed models.
  • Experience deploying key performance initiative systems, Lean maturity models, and executive performance dashboards.
  • Strong background in strategy deployment, organizational change, and leadership development.
  • Ideally, Lean Master Black Belt.
  • Expertise in Hoshin Kanri, Leader Standard Work, Daily Management Systems, Kaizen, Value Stream Transformation, and Lean capability development preferred.
  • Strong financial acumen with ability to connect operational performance to margin, cash, growth, and productivity outcomes.

WE HAVE:
  • A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
    • nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.
    • Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

  • Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
    • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
    • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

  • Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We're known for being:
    • Innovative & adaptable
    • Dedicated to absolute integrity
    • Focused on the customer first
    • Respectful and team oriented
    • Optimistic and energizing
    • Accountable for performance

  • Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Pay Transparency
nVent's pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee's work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.
Compensation Range:
$204,400.00 - $304,000.00
Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.
Benefit Overview
At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
  • A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan - both include a company match.
  • Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other's authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.
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