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Chick-Fil-A

Kitchen Manager

Rockville, MD · On-site

$22/hr

DESCRIPTION The Kitchen Manager is responsible for * Always delivering crave-able food, in a timely ... Maintaining a LEAN production environment * Ensure our CEM scores in terms of portion size and ...

Teledyne

Production Supervisor

Elkridge, MD · On-site

$74K - $99K/yr

Manage and motivate production staff while meeting safety, cost, delivery, and quality expectations ... Experience in Lean Manufacturing with a focus on implementation and sustainment. * Above average ...

FLIR Systems, Inc.

Production Supervisor

Elkridge, MD · On-site

$74K - $99K/yr

Manage and motivate production staff while meeting safety, cost, delivery, and quality expectations ... Experience in Lean Manufacturing with a focus on implementation and sustainment. * Above average ...

Teledyne FLIR LLC

Production Supervisor

Elkridge, MD · On-site

$74K - $99K/yr

Manage and motivate production staff while meeting safety, cost, delivery, and quality expectations ... Experience in Lean Manufacturing with a focus on implementation and sustainment. * Above average ...

IDEMIA

Production Supervisor - PM Shift

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Leads team members in Production environment (including warehouse, vault, production quality ... Assists with the implementation of lean methodology and health, safety, and environment practices

IDEMIA

Production Supervisor - PM Shift

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Leads team members in Production environment (including warehouse, vault, production quality ... Assists with the implementation of lean methodology and health, safety, and environment practices

Marriott

FLEX Director, Product Management Coach

Bethesda, MD · Hybrid

$248K - $260K/yr

Familiarity with frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, OKRs, Lean Product, Dual Track Discovery, or SAFe * Experience with change management approaches and training facilitation * Background in executive ...

Rivian

Service Production Supervisor

Gaithersburg, MD · On-site

Proven experience with lean manufacturing principles or workflow optimization in a service or production setting. * Strong proficiency with digital tools, including dealership management systems (DMS ...

Rivian

Service Production Supervisor

Gaithersburg, MD · On-site

Proven experience with lean manufacturing principles or workflow optimization in a service or production setting. * Strong proficiency with digital tools, including dealership management systems (DMS ...

Electra

Principal Quality Inspector

Manassas, VA

... Quality Management System, including Production/Manufacturing floor oversight, in-process ... Drive Lean quality practices across Production and Manufacturing, including shop floor control ...

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What does a lean production manager do?

A Lean Production Manager oversees and improves manufacturing processes by implementing lean principles to reduce waste, increase efficiency, and ensure product quality. They analyze workflows, identify areas for improvement, and lead teams in adopting standardized best practices. Their role often involves training staff, monitoring performance metrics, and coordinating with other departments to ensure continuous process optimization.

How does a lean production manager typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements?

Lean Production Managers play a central role in uniting various departments—such as operations, quality, engineering, and supply chain—to identify inefficiencies and implement process enhancements. They often lead Kaizen events, facilitate regular meetings, and encourage open communication to ensure that improvement initiatives align with business goals and gain support across the organization. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement, they help teams work together effectively to achieve higher productivity and quality standards. Successful collaboration requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to translate Lean principles into actionable strategies for each team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lean production manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lean Production Manager, you need expertise in lean manufacturing principles, process optimization, and a background in engineering or industrial management. Familiarity with tools like Six Sigma, Kaizen, value stream mapping, and ERP systems, as well as certifications such as Lean Six Sigma, are typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills set outstanding candidates apart in this role. These competencies are essential for driving continuous improvement, reducing waste, and ensuring efficient, high-quality production operations.

What is the difference between Lean Production Manager vs Manufacturing Supervisor?

AspectLean Production ManagerManufacturing Supervisor
CredentialsOften requires Lean certifications, manufacturing experienceTypically requires manufacturing or technical certifications, experience
Work EnvironmentOversees process improvements, continuous improvement teamsManages daily production, supervises shop floor staff
Industry UsageCommon in manufacturing, automotive, electronicsFound across various manufacturing sectors
Search/Comparison IntentFocuses on process efficiency, lean methodologiesFocuses on production output, team management

The Lean Production Manager primarily focuses on implementing lean principles to improve manufacturing processes, while the Manufacturing Supervisor oversees daily production operations. Both roles require manufacturing experience, but the Lean Production Manager emphasizes process optimization and continuous improvement, whereas the Supervisor concentrates on managing staff and meeting production targets.

What is lean production management?

Lean production management is a methodology used to improve efficiency by minimizing waste and optimizing workflows in manufacturing or production environments. A Lean Production Manager implements principles such as continuous improvement, value stream mapping, and just-in-time inventory to enhance productivity and reduce costs.

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Kitchen Manager

Rockville, MD • On-site

Chick-Fil-A
Restaurants • 5 - 10K employees
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$22/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Chick-fil-A rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 7,724 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

DESCRIPTION
The Kitchen Manager is responsible for
  • Always delivering crave-able food, in a timely manner, that meets or exceeds Chick-fil-A Quality Requirements
  • Coaching the behaviors of all Team Leaders and Team Members who work in the Kitchen

Those behaviors include:
  • Always demonstrating a Food-Safety first mindset and strive to achieve guardian of the brand.
  • Sense of Urgency that creates surprisingly fast Speed of Service
  • Attention to detail that ensures preparation and production procedures are followed according to pathway training.
  • Execution of systems that ensure a refreshingly clean environment.
  • Maintaining a work environment that ensures and promotes food safety.
  • Vigilant attention to the organization and appearance of the kitchen

As an Kitchen Manager you will:
  • Demonstrate a passion for the business and managing the overall operations.
  • Find, train, develop and recognize the best people.
  • Manage daily activities to ensure guests receive excellent customer service.
  • Demonstrate a strong awareness and concern for food quality and safety.
  • Adjust to multiple demands and shifting priorities.

Behavior Characteristics:
  • Work a maximum of up to forty hours per week both morning and evening shifts in the restaurant.
  • Allocate at least two hours per week to planning.
  • Focus on systematically and effectively communicating all Kitchen related goals and success factors to Team Members
  • Combine critical thinking and practical leadership to create a culture of innovation.
  • Effectively coach and give direction.
  • Intentionally and methodically grow and nurture relationships with the staff.
  • Be able to connect with a multicultural team.
  • Align hiring, training, daily practices, and evaluation practices with the Vision and Mission of Chick-Fil-A Research Row.
  • Enthusiastically and passionately lead the Kitchen team.

Additional Responsibilities:
  • Inventory management
  • End-of-Month counts and input.
  • Effective & efficient ordering
  • Maintaining a LEAN production environment
  • Ensure our CEM scores in terms of portion size and Taste of food.
  • Coaching, evaluating, and providing accountability for all kitchen Team Members
  • Ensure all necessary preventative maintenance and cleaning per set schedule.

REQUIREMENTS
  • Must have 3 to 5 years working in a restaurant and in a fast-paced environment
  • Must be 21 or older
  • Must be willing to open the store at 5am and close the store at 11pm
  • Must be servsafe certified
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • Expected Hours: 40 per week

In our kitchens, we focus on fresh and simple ingredients. And we always have. Since the beginning, we've served chicken that is whole breast meat, with no added fillers or hormones, and we bread it by hand in our restaurants. Produce is delivered fresh to our kitchens several times a week. Salads are chopped and prepared fresh throughout the day. Whole lemons are freshly squeezed in our restaurants and combined with pure cane sugar and water (yep, that's all) to make Chick-fil-A Lemonade®. It may not be the easy way, but it's the only way we know.

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Chick-fil-A, based in Atlanta, GA, US, is a well-known company in the quick-service restaurant industry. The company's official website is chick-fil-a.com. Chick-fil-A specializes in freshly prepared chicken sandwiches and other delicious chicken meals. It was founded by Truett Cathy in 1946, initially as a diner named 'The Dwarf Grill'. In 1967, the first Chick-fil-A restaurant was established. Today, Chick-fil-A operates more than 2,400 restaurants across the U.S. The core values of the company include integrity, excellence, continuous improvement, and caring. The mission of Chick-fil-A is to "Be America's best quick-service restaurant." The company prides itself on providing high-quality food and service, fostering a positive dining experience, and giving back to the communities they serve. Notable achievements include pioneering in-mall fast food and introducing the original boneless chicken sandwich.

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Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US

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