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UFP Industries

Operational Excellence Manager

$100K - $150K/yr

... a culture of operational excellence, leading the management system implementation globally ... Proven experience in leading Lean and Six Sigma projects in manufacturing or logistics environments

RTCA

Lean Manufacturing Manager

Sumner, WA · On-site

$120K - $135K/yr

Multi-site or enterprise-level exposure to operational excellence deployment. * Experience building ... The Lean Manufacturing Manager compensation range for onsite Sumner, WA applicants is $120,000 ...

Talnt

Continuous Improvement Manager

Belding, MI · On-site

$90K - $120K/hr

The Continuous Improvement Manager is responsible for leading Lean Manufacturing, operational excellence, and process improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations. This role partners with ...

Flex Ltd.

Business Excellence Manager

Milpitas, CA · On-site

The Business Excellence Manager leads a team of Business Excellence Leaders and Technicians in ... operational improvements. * Strong expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Value Stream ...

Wanzl NA

Operational Excellence Manager

Newton, NC · On-site

Position Overview The Opex Manager is responsible for leading operational excellence initiatives at ... Lean Manufacturing expert. Proven experience in VSM, identifying current state, future state, areas ...

Flex

Business Excellence Manager

Milpitas, CA · On-site

The Business Excellence Manager leads a team of Business Excellence Leaders and Technicians in ... operational improvements. * Strong expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Value Stream ...

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How much do lean manufacturing operational excellence manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for lean manufacturing operational excellence manager in the United States is $102,298.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,500.00 and $128,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a lean manufacturing operational excellence manager do?

A Lean Manufacturing Operational Excellence Manager is responsible for implementing and overseeing lean methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing organization. They analyze production processes, identify inefficiencies, and lead projects to optimize workflow, reduce waste, and improve overall productivity. This role often involves training staff on lean principles, tracking performance metrics, and ensuring that operational improvements align with business goals. The manager collaborates with various departments to foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lean manufacturing operational excellence manager?

To excel as a Lean Manufacturing Operational Excellence Manager, you need expertise in lean methodologies, process improvement, and a solid background in manufacturing or industrial engineering, often supported by a relevant degree and Lean Six Sigma certification. Familiarity with tools such as value stream mapping, root cause analysis, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is essential. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication help drive change and foster a culture of continuous improvement. These skills are crucial to streamline processes, enhance productivity, and maintain a competitive edge in manufacturing environments.

How does a lean manufacturing operational excellence manager typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement?

A Lean Manufacturing Operational Excellence Manager frequently works alongside departments such as production, quality, engineering, and supply chain to identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements. Collaboration often involves facilitating kaizen events, leading value stream mapping sessions, and training team members on lean methodologies. By fostering a culture of open communication and continuous feedback, the manager ensures that best practices are shared and sustained across the organization. This cross-functional teamwork is essential to achieve long-term operational excellence and meet organizational goals.

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Operational Excellence Manager

Burlington, WA

Cypress HCM
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$500K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Operational Excellence Manager (Remote)
 
This exciting role will be responsible for the company’s overall Lean & Six Sigma training, projects, and implementation. A solid understanding of Lean & Six Sigma processes within a manufacturing environment will be needed to be successful in this role. They are headquartered in the Burlington, WA area. The company is a leading designer and manufacturer of solar cells and PV Modules for the renewable energy industry. If you are an individual who loves to implement Lean & Six Sigma processes and train teams to be Six Sigma certified, this role could be for you!
 
Responsibilities:
  • Participate in the company’s Long-Term and Mid-Term Strategy Deployment process.
  • Facilitate and support Annual Hoshin Planning processes at site and functional level.
  • Facilitate annual Value Stream Mapping and Value Chain Mapping events to support Annual Hoshin and Budgeting processes.
  • Identify teams, project opportunities, actions, required training, and deployment methodologies resulting from Annual Hoshin Planning, Value Stream Mapping, and Value Chain Mapping events.
  • Work with Operations, Product Engineering & Development, Supply Chain, Sales, and all other business functions to align, select, prioritize, and plan Lean & Six Sigma project and kaizen targets, timing, and training needs identified in the Annual Hoshin Planning process.
  • Develop, coordinate, and manage Lean & Six Sigma training plans to support annual projects and kaizen targets.
  • Assist sites and functional teams in integrating resulting initiatives and project decks to build the Annual Budget Plan.
  • Lead Lean & Six Sigma Black Belt high-impact projects (~ $500K+/project) identified during the Annual Hoshin Planning process.
  • Facilitate deployment of the company’s Production System.
  • Drive SPS KPIs and goals across the enterprise.
  • Lead other Lean & Six Sigma Black Belt projects assigned by the Corporate Director of Continuous Improvement and Quality.
  • Travel to location and support other Corporate Lean & Six Sigma Black Belts and their projects as required.
  • Attend the company’s Lean & Six Sigma Black Belt training course and attain the company’s Lean & Six Sigma Black Belt certification within established timelines.
  • Develop and assist in the creation and improvement of the company’s White Belt, Yellow Belt, Orange Belt, and Green Belt training material.
  • Conduct company Lean & Six Sigma training courses for White Belts, Yellow Belts, Orange Belts, and Green Belts.
  • Assist in the creation and improvement of the company’s Blue Belt, Brown Belt, and Black Belt training material.
  • Establish and deploy the company’s Lean & Six Sigma Program maturity growth Road Map.
  • Drive and deploy the Lean & Six Sigma program through x-functional and x-site collaboration efforts.
  • Benchmark Best-In-Class metrics and performance on Lean & Six Sigma within our industry and outside our industry.
  • Define the company’s Lean & Six Sigma Program KPIs, goals, and metrics.
  • Implement and manage the company Belt Program.
  • Drive Belt Certification goals and performance across the enterprise.
  • Coach other belts in applying correct methodologies, closing projects on time, and successfully achieving certification.
  • Manage Lean & Six Sigma project decks and funnels to ensure the company’s Lean & Six Sigma operational and financial goals are met.
  • Assist site management and personnel with analysis and improvement of asset utilization, line flow constraint analysis and improvement.
  • Assist site management and personnel with RCA (Root-Cause Analysis) and implementation of CA (Corrective Action) of PK, A3, and Apollo processes.
  • Conduct benchmarking and analysis on Lean & Six Sigma practices; identify and implement process improvement opportunities.
  • Support Supplier Quality and Customer Quality Program Managers with RCA (Root-Cause Analysis) and implementation of CA (Corrective Action) of PK, A3, and Apollo processes.
  • Support site management and personnel in improving utilization of MES and other automated data collection and analysis systems.
  • Support Safety, Product Engineering, Operations, and Sales teams to ensure the highest level of safety in our products and processes.
  • Support Product Design and Manufacturing Engineers in driving innovation, improving existing designs, and reducing defects.
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Recruiting and staffing services

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51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Walnut Creek, CA, US

Year founded

2005

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