Lean Manager Jobs in Columbia, SC (NOW HIRING)

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Establishing, steering and refining the Lean culture of Scout as well as a unified production system in all departments for the scout motors production site and its management  
• Building, Steering and developing a digital shopfloor management together with the implementation of all necessary lean methods for a productive work environment 
• Coordination of measures to increase productivity on the basis of relevant KPIs through developing an overall plant productivity reporting system 
• Defining and establishing processes and optimization concepts for the production  
• Coordination and securing productivity and budget KPI of the plant  
• Set up and development of production process plans as well as identification, evaluation and coordination of the time factor/labor requirements and management of the production time credit 
• Steering and approving site-specific programs, strategies, communication concepts and objectives agreements  
• Defining and tracking the company guidelines and process development for all departments as well as track VBZ and HPU Budgets for all departments 
• Design of workplaces and new work processes, including their system-side mapping with work boards, layouts and point plans, considering methods, walking routes, supply of materials and vehicle sequence 
• Optimization of shift systems and production speeds to fit output and manpower requirements 
• Coordination of cross-functional knowledge transfer regarding the specific field of industrial engineering and production system 
• Steering of team internal projects and topic development concepts  
• This Role is carried out responsibly in factual cooperative collaboration with supervisors, employees, involved and affected departments - in compliance with existing guidelines, standards and regulations

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Blythewood, South Carolina.  
• This role requires 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events. 
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You'll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You'll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring: 

• 8+ years of professional experience in automotive production 
• Bachelor's degree in business management, project management, mechanical, electrical engineering, or related fields. An equivalent amount of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree   
• Special skills in Lean Management and IE, like: 
  • Lean Management 
  • Continuous Improvement Process Management 
  • Factory systems for time factor calculations and process management 
  • Industrial Engineering studies 
  • Human Work Design Tools 
  • MTM method 
• Desirable skills 
  • Moderation and Coordination of Optimization Workshops 
  • Project management of cross-functional long-term projects 
  • Process planning and sequencing of product sequences 
  • Product understanding and derivation of the effects on processes, equipment and ergonomics 
  • Fundamental skills in office applications and presenting results to the team, the management or the board 
  • Skills in web-based applications 
  • Costumer orientated skills 
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously 

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up.  This is a chance to create something new and lasting - with an iconic brand at its foundation.  In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial Base Salary Range: $110,000.00 - $135,000.00

Internal Leveling Code: IC8