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nVent

Lean Manager

Solon, OH · On-site

Master's degree preferred. * 5+ years manufacturing operations experience, with at least 2 years focused on Lean and continuous improvement programming/implementation * Six-Sigma knowledge or ...

James Hardie

Lean Manager

Cleburne, TX · On-site

Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations, business, supply chain, or a related field preferred; advanced degree (e.g., MBA or Master's) is a plus. * Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification or ...

Flintco

Lean Manager

Springdale, AR · On-site

Learn and master new technical and interpersonal skills. * Lead change management and Lean implementation efforts. * Build collaborative internal and external relationships. Education Preferred B.S.

Flintco, LLC

Lean Manager

Springdale, AR

Learn and master new technical and interpersonal skills. * Lead change management and Lean implementation efforts. * Build collaborative internal and external relationships. Education Preferred B.S.

IFab Corporation

Lean Specialist

Gastonia, NC · On-site

Position is responsible for working with all operating disciplines by using value stream management to develop a master plan of meeting the goals of Lean. Qualifications: · Two-year degree or ...

Swagelok Company

Lean Leader

Willoughby Hills, OH · On-site

As a key member of the lean enterprise team, this position is responsible for leading strategically ... Master's degree or equivalent Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements: * Working conditions ...

Parker

Division Lean Manager

Dayton, OH · On-site

Ensures the development of a robust Lean Future State Strategy to be implemented Division-wide ... Master's degree (MS or MBA) strongly preferred. Seven or more years of professional accomplishments ...

JE Dunn

Lean Specialist 2

Kansas City, MO · On-site

Ability and desire to master new skills - Intermediate * Ability to lead change management and Lean efforts - Intermediate * Ability to read a situation and make sound assessments and recommendations

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for lean master in the United States is $58.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49.52 and $66.11 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Lean Master?

A Lean Master is a professional who has advanced expertise in Lean methodologies, which are focused on improving efficiency, reducing waste, and optimizing processes within organizations. They lead Lean transformation initiatives, mentor teams, and train employees in Lean principles and tools such as value stream mapping, 5S, and Kaizen. Lean Masters play a key role in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and ensuring that Lean practices are effectively implemented and sustained within a company.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Lean Master, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lean Master, you need deep expertise in lean methodologies, process improvement, and data-driven analysis, typically supported by certifications such as Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt. Familiarity with tools like value stream mapping, Kaizen events, and statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab) is important. Strong leadership, communication, and change management skills set top performers apart in this role. These competencies are essential for driving operational excellence, fostering continuous improvement, and ensuring sustainable business results.

What are some common challenges Lean Masters face when implementing Lean methodologies across different departments?

Lean Masters often encounter resistance to change, especially in teams that are accustomed to traditional workflows. They must work closely with cross-functional teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement and coach team members through new processes. Communication and collaboration are key, as Lean Masters need to align various departments toward shared efficiency goals while addressing unique operational constraints. Building trust and demonstrating early successes can help overcome skepticism and drive long-term adoption.

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Infographic showing various Lean Master job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 71% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $120,688 per year, or $58 per hour.

Principal Engineer, Continuous Improvement

Irving, TX • On-site

Celanese International Corporation
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$73K - $97K/yr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

The Principal Engineer, Continuous Improvement enjoys data mining, identifying improvement opportunities, leading teams to identify root cause and implement and sustaining improvements. 


  • Lead projects of cross functional global teams through the DMAIC cycle to identify non-value added steps and waste in the process and identify and evaluate opportunities for improvement.
  • Help manage company productivity program and support sites in achieving their yearly goals.
  • Drive a culture of data-based decision making in both transactional and manufacturing processes.
  • Analyze data to discover trends and issues and identify predictive and preventative actions to improve reliability and reduce variation in a process.
  • Help establish a structure and culture of continuous improvement across the global corporation
  • Provide training on data analysis, lean and Six Sigma tools.
  • Implement a structure to sustain improvements and embed the new processes into the current workflow.
  • Lead and assists in defining, setting and implementation performance improvement strategies at locations.
  • Collaborate with and influence senior management on areas of improvement and translate mgmt. expectations into project deliverables.
  • Assist and lead digitalization and automation efforts globally that will assist in predictive maintenance etc.
  • Drive the standardization, implementation and communication of organizational best practices
  • Drive the implementation of Organizational Management at sites and the implementation of Leading and Lagging KPIs.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Lean Manufacturing training and implementation of Lean Tools in both Manufacturing and Transactional environments
  • Lean Six Sigma training and certification (Green Belt, preferred Black Belt, Master Black Belt, or Lean Master Black Belt)
  • Strong statistical background and skilled at data analysis
  • Working knowledge of MiniTab (SAP and Power BI preferred)
  • Ability to interface and collaborate with senior mgmt. on opportunities and project status
  • Broad and deep knowledge of Quality theories/tools that can be implemented in a Chemical Industry
  • Ownership mentality, passionate about improving our processes and cost efficiency
  • Strong interpersonal written and verbal communication skills to communicate within the team and with customers

 Required Years’ Experience:

  • 10+ years of work experience in a manufacturing environment practicing Lean Six Sigma tools and Data Analysis

 Required Education:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering or a related technical discipline

Travel Requirements:

  • Domestic and International travel. 25-50% of time

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