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Lean Manager

White Plains, NY · On-site

$120 - $140/hr

Job Title: Lean Manager Employment Type: Full-Time FSLA: Salary/Exempt Division: Project Services Group Department: Project Services Group Reports to: Director of Scheduling & Lean Services ...

Lean Manager

White Plains, NY · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

Job Title: Lean Manager Employment Type: Full-Time FSLA: Salary/Exempt Division: Project Services Group Department: Project Services Group Reports to: Director of Scheduling & Lean Services ...

General Manager, Operations Manager, or Regional Lean Manager. If assigned to a specific project, reports to the Project Executive or Project Manager. Has a dotted line reporting relationship to ...

General Manager, Operations Manager, or Regional Lean Manager. If assigned to a specific project, reports to the Project Executive or Project Manager. Has a dotted line reporting relationship to ...

POSITION SUMMARY The Lean Manager 2 partners with teams and individuals to identify waste, and assist in the implementation of incremental improvements. Doing this requires a commitment to becoming ...

General Manager, Operations Manager, or Regional Lean Manager. If assigned to a specific project, reports to the Project Executive or Project Manager. Has a dotted line reporting relationship to ...

Lean Strategy & Deployment * Partner with plant and functional leaders to translate business priorities into targeted Lean roadmaps. * Deploy HMOS standards, routines, and systems across sites.

POSITION SUMMARY The Lean Manager 2 partners with teams and individuals to identify waste, and assist in the implementation of incremental improvements. Doing this requires a commitment to becoming ...

Lean Manager

Kearney, NE · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Job Summary This onsite Lean Manager role is responsible for leading lean transformation for the site and will be a strategic business partner to site leadership. The manager will be accountable for ...

Lean Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

Job Title: Lean Manager Employment Type: Full-Time FSLA: Salary/Exempt Division: Project Services Group Department: Project Services Group Reports to: Director of Scheduling & Lean Services ...

Lean Manager

White Plains, NY · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

Job Title: Lean Manager Employment Type: Full-Time FSLA: Salary/Exempt Division: Project Services Group Department: Project Services Group Reports to: Director of Scheduling & Lean Services ...

General Manager, Operations Manager, or Regional Lean Manager. If assigned to a specific project, reports to the Project Executive or Project Manager. Has a dotted line reporting relationship to ...

POSITION SUMMARY The Lean Manager 2 partners with teams and individuals to identify waste, and assist in the implementation of incremental improvements. Doing this requires a commitment to becoming ...

Lean Supervisor

Manteno, IL · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Position Summary The Lean Supervisor is responsible for driving continuous improvement, operational excellence, and lean manufacturing initiatives across factory operations. Under the leadership of ...

Lean Manager

White Plains, NY · On-site

$120 - $140/hr

Job Title: Lean Manager Employment Type: Full-Time FSLA: Salary/Exempt Division: Project Services Group Department: Project Services Group Reports to: Director of Scheduling & Lean Services ...

Lean Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

Job Title: Lean Manager Employment Type: Full-Time FSLA: Salary/Exempt Division: Project Services Group Department: Project Services Group Reports to: Director of Scheduling & Lean Services ...

Lean Specialist

Gastonia, NC · On-site

$55 - $75/hr

Responsible for supporting and leading Lean initiatives within the company. Organizes associates in continuous improvement initiatives to eliminate waste in all office, factory and support functions.

Lean Supervisor

Manteno, IL · On-site

$100 - $120/hr

Under the leadership of the Department Manager, this role leads OEE performance analysis, lean project execution, employee engagement initiatives, and standardization efforts to improve production ...

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Lean Manager

White Plains, NY · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

Job Title: Lean Manager Employment Type: Full-Time FSLA: Salary/Exempt Division: Project Services Group Department: Project Services Group Reports to: Director of Scheduling & Lean Services ...

Job Title: Lean Manager Employment Type: Full-Time FSLA: Salary/Exempt Division: Project Services Group Department: Project Services Group Reports to: Director of Scheduling & Lean Services ...

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How much do lean jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for lean in the United States is $101,419.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,000.00 and $115,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lean?

A Lean job typically involves improving processes, reducing waste, and increasing efficiency within an organization. Lean professionals use principles from the Lean methodology to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and deliver greater value to customers. These roles can be found in various industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics. Common job titles include Lean Manager, Continuous Improvement Specialist, and Process Improvement Consultant.

What does a lean do?

A professional in a Lean role typically spends their day analyzing current processes, facilitating Kaizen events or improvement workshops, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to identify and eliminate inefficiencies. They collect and analyze data, implement new procedures, and monitor progress using Lean tools and metrics. Regular communication with team members and leadership is crucial to ensure everyone is aligned and engaged with Lean initiatives. The role is dynamic and hands-on, offering opportunities to directly impact operational efficiency and organizational performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a lean role?

To thrive in a Lean role, you need a strong understanding of Lean principles, process improvement methodologies, and data analysis, usually supported by experience in manufacturing, operations, or engineering. Familiarity with tools such as value stream mapping, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Lean certification (e.g., Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt) is highly desirable. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and change management skills help you effectively lead teams and drive improvement initiatives. These abilities are crucial for successfully optimizing processes, reducing waste, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

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Infographic showing various Lean job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 11% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,419 per year, or $48.8 per hour.

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Job description

Job Title: Lean Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time

FSLA: Salary/Exempt

Division: Project Services Group

Department: Project Services Group

Reports to: Director of Scheduling & Lean Services

Supervisory Duties: Yes

Salary Range: $120,000 - $140,000

The Lean Manager will encourage a culture focused on continuous improvement by supporting our clients, project teams and company in our efforts to incorporate lean tools and philosophy within their current processes.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions
  • Engage various levels of leadership to coach, train and teach Lean concepts.
  • Facilitate and collaborate with internal departments and complex project teams.
  • Facilitate continuous improvement events with company leaders and external clients.
  • Challenge project teams to focus on building a culture of continuous improvement, challenging status quo.
  • Set up a sustainable program for Daily Stand Up Audits, ensuring all jobs are holding a value add DSU.
  • Train Superintendents to effectively target roadblocks from the field and communicate to teams.
  • Get team to routinely pull plan with trades every 10 weeks.
  • Participate in lookahead meetings, assist Superintendents on updating lean schedule.
  • Set up a formal process of planning materials coming onsite and where it should be stored.
  • Train workers how look for waste and what is a non-value activity.
Key Skills
  • Excellentverbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills.
  • Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to multi-task and self-prioritize.
  • Motivated and driven.
  • Ability to work in a team environment with a primary focus on collaboration.
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architectural or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in construction operations and/or design preferred.
  • 2+ years of experience in group facilitation and implementing collaborative delivery (Integrated Project Delivery, Target Value Delivery, etc.).
  • Ability and willingness to travel up to 60%.
  • Passionate about leading changes and improving company processes.
  • Experience, coursework, or certification in lean practices.
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