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DAKOTA BODIES LLC

Lean Technician

Watertown, SD

Position Summary The Continuous Improvement (CI) / Lean Technician supports manufacturing operations by driving process stability, waste reduction, and productivity improvements across fabrication ...

Valmont Industries Inc.

Lean Coordinator

Valley, NE

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Performs training on lean processes and methodology, and assists other teams and team leaders as required. The majority of this position's time is spent in interaction with others to learn about job ...

Danos, LLC

Lean Coach (Completions)

Midland, TX · On-site

Overview We are seeking a Lean Coache to support continuous improvement initiatives across Permian operations. This role will be based in Midland, TX with travel to Carlsbad, NM, and will work ...

PARKER HANNIFIN CORP

Division Lean Manager

Kent, WA · On-site

$156.90 - $274.55/hr

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  • Dental

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  • Retirement

  • PTO

DIVISION LEAN MANAGER Primary resource for supporting the division in its lean transformation through the implementation of the Parker Lean System (PLS). Delivers practical, hands‑on training to ...

DAKOTA BODIES LLC

Lean Technician

Watertown, SD · On-site

Position Summary The Continuous Improvement (CI) / Lean Technician supports manufacturing operations by driving process stability, waste reduction, and productivity improvements across fabrication ...

Corning

Lean Engineer

Wilmington, NC

$250K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Continuously developing lean skills individually, as a part of the Lean Organization, and within the plant as a whole. This includes learning and occasionally teaching current lean principles ...

Hoar

Lean Construction Manager

Birmingham, AL · On-site

Description The Lean Construction Manager serves as an embedded partner to the project team on a high-impact, complex construction project, bringing proven field experience in applying Lean ...

Danos, LLC

Lean Coach (Completions)

Midland, TX

We are seeking a Lean Coache to support continuous improvement initiatives across Permian operations. This role will be based in Midland, TX with travel to Carlsbad, NM, and will work closely with ...

Alberici

Lean Services Manager

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

The Lean Services Manager works across multiple projects and supports teams and project-level Lean Champions in sustaining effective Lean behaviors. Essential Responsibilities & Duties include the ...

Valmont Industries, Inc.

Lean Coordinator

Columbus, NE · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Performs training on lean processes and methodology and assists other teams and team leaders as required. The majority of this position's time is spent interacting with others to learn about job ...

Construction Specialties

Lean Leader

Fort Valley, GA · On-site

The Lean Leader will manage projects, lead through influence, and collaborate closely with plant management, employees, engineering, quality teams, and customers to ensure quality, on-time delivery ...

Turner Construction

Lean Manager - Detroit

Detroit, MI · On-site

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 ...

HANWHA AEROSPACE USA LLC

Lean Leader

Cheshire, CT · On-site

Lean Leader Exempt Status: Exempt Location: Cheshire, CT Company Description: Hanwha Aerospace USA has long been recognized as a leader in the development and supply of flight critical Aerospace ...

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Lean Technician

DAKOTA BODIES LLC

Watertown, SD

Full-time

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Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

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Job description

Position Summary

The Continuous Improvement (CI) / Lean Technician supports manufacturing operations by driving process stability, waste reduction, and productivity improvements across fabrication, assembly, and paint processes. This role works closely with production, engineering, maintenance, and leadership teams to implement Lean manufacturing principles and strengthen safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance (SQDC).

The CI Technician serves as a hands-on change agent on the shop floor, using data, observation, and Lean tools to identify inefficiencies and support sustainable process improvements across the plant.

Key Responsibilities

Lean & Continuous Improvement Execution

· Support implementation of Lean manufacturing principles including 5S, Standard Work, Kaizen, and Visual Management

· Identify waste in production processes (motion, waiting, defects, overproduction, transport, inventory, overprocessing)

· Participate in and facilitate Kaizen events and rapid improvement activities

· Assist in developing and maintaining Lean daily management systems

Process Improvement & Analysis

· Conduct time studies, cycle time analysis, and line balancing activities

· Support identification of bottlenecks and assist in improving throughput

· Analyze production data to identify trends, losses, and improvement opportunities

· Assist in validating takt time alignment and standard work adherence

Shop Floor Support (Gemba Focus)

· Perform daily Gemba walks to observe processes and engage with operators and supervisors

· Collaborate with production teams to solve real-time operational issues

· Support implementation of corrective actions and ensure sustainment of improvements

Standard Work & Documentation

· Assist in developing and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

· Support creation of visual work instructions and process documentation

· Help maintain PFEP (Plan for Every Part) and material flow improvements

Safety, Quality & Culture

· Promote a strong safety culture and support safety improvement initiatives

· Assist in root cause analysis (5 Why, Fishbone, etc.) for quality and process issues

· Support training efforts for operators on Lean concepts and new processes

· Help drive employee engagement in continuous improvement activities

Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Work closely with Engineering, Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams

· Support new product introductions, pilot builds, and process changes

· Assist leadership in tracking CI metrics and reporting improvement results

Qualifications

· High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical training preferred (Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Engineering Technology)

· 1–3+ years experience in manufacturing, production, or industrial environment

· Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles (5S, Kaizen, Standard Work)

· Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability

· Ability to read technical drawings or work instructions preferred

· Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic data tracking tools

· Strong communication skills and ability to work on the production floor

Key Skills

· Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement mindset

· Problem solving (5 Why, root cause analysis)

· Data collection and analysis

· Communication and teamwork

· Time study / process observation

· Shop floor engagement (Gemba mindset)

· Standard work development

Core Performance Expectations

· Reduce waste and improve process efficiency

· Improve safety and quality performance through proactive observation

· Support sustainable improvements (not one-time fixes)

· Increase operator engagement in CI activities

· Help drive measurable improvements in productivity and flow

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