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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Wilsonart is hiring a Lean Manufacturing Specialist for the Fletcher, NC facility. You will guide the plant in developing, executing, and sustaining Lean and cost-out strategies across procurement ...
Wilsonart is hiring a Lean Manufacturing Specialist for the Fletcher, NC facility. You will guide the plant in developing, executing, and sustaining Lean and cost-out strategies across procurement ...
Lean Services Manager
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
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 ...
Lean Services Manager
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
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 ...
Lean Engineer
Wilmington, NC · On-site
$86 - $119/hr
Lean Engineer Location: Wilmington, NC, US, 28405 Company: Corning The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the world's leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials ...
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Lean Engineer
Wilmington, NC · On-site
$86 - $119/hr
Lean Engineer Location: Wilmington, NC, US, 28405 Company: Corning The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the world's leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials ...
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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 ...
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 ...
Lean Engineer
Manteno, IL · On-site
Lean Engineer- Battery Manufacturing **"Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa ...
Lean Engineer
Manteno, IL · On-site
Lean Engineer- Battery Manufacturing **"Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa ...
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 ...
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 ...
Lean Coach (Completions)
Midland, TX · On-site
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 ...
Lean Coach (Completions)
Midland, TX · On-site
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 ...
Lean Engineer
Wilmington, NC · On-site
$250K/yr
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 ...
Lean Engineer
Wilmington, NC · On-site
$250K/yr
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 ...
Lean Coordinator
Columbus, NE · On-site
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 ...
Lean Coordinator
Columbus, NE · On-site
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 ...
This role is a Lean subject matter expert, driving site-wide adoption of problem solving and continuous process improvement through facilitation of cross-functional teams towards sustainable ...
This role is a Lean subject matter expert, driving site-wide adoption of problem solving and continuous process improvement through facilitation of cross-functional teams towards sustainable ...
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 ...
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 ...
LEAN Specialist
Newington, CT · On-site
The Lean Specialist will drive operational excellence by identifying, analyzing, and eliminating waste across business processes. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, implementing Lean ...
LEAN Specialist
Newington, CT · On-site
The Lean Specialist will drive operational excellence by identifying, analyzing, and eliminating waste across business processes. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, implementing Lean ...
Lean Manager
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
This role is responsible to deploy Lean Manufacturing throughout the company both in the Plants as well as on the Administrative Side of the Business Knowledge and Skills (Education):Comfortable ...
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Lean Manager
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
This role is responsible to deploy Lean Manufacturing throughout the company both in the Plants as well as on the Administrative Side of the Business Knowledge and Skills (Education):Comfortable ...
Specialist, Lean
Miami, FL · On-site
$90 - $120/hr
- Specialist, Lean (18724) About Us:AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries.
Specialist, Lean
Miami, FL · On-site
$90 - $120/hr
- Specialist, Lean (18724) About Us:AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries.
Specialist, Lean
Miami, FL · On-site
SUMMARYThe Lean Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing a lean enterprise transformational initiative that will produce immediate, measurable results and action-oriented base plan ...
Specialist, Lean
Miami, FL · On-site
SUMMARYThe Lean Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing a lean enterprise transformational initiative that will produce immediate, measurable results and action-oriented base plan ...
Lean Engineer
Wilmington, NC · On-site
$86 - $119/hr
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 ...
Lean Engineer
Wilmington, NC · On-site
$86 - $119/hr
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 ...
The Lean Construction Manager serves as an embedded partner to the project team on a highimpact, complex construction project, bringing proven field experience in applying Lean principles to planning ...
The Lean Construction Manager serves as an embedded partner to the project team on a highimpact, complex construction project, bringing proven field experience in applying Lean principles to planning ...
Lean Manager
Pampa, TX · On-site
$107K - $160K/yr
SUMMARY Mortenson is currently seeking a Lean Manager to partner with Project Leaders in developing plans, engaging team members in executing and sustaining the lean approach, and coaching field and ...
Lean Manager
Pampa, TX · On-site
$107K - $160K/yr
SUMMARY Mortenson is currently seeking a Lean Manager to partner with Project Leaders in developing plans, engaging team members in executing and sustaining the lean approach, and coaching field and ...
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Turner Construction rating
7.5
Based on 69 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
27th of 80 rated construction
Job description
Position Description: Leads and supports at the Business Unit or Project Level efforts which are focused on enhancing customer value, nurturing a learning environment, facilitating continuous improvement processes, and maximizing project team collaboration.
Reports 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 Regional Lean Manager.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities*:In the areas assigned:
- Change agent implementing strategies that develop and strengthen a lean enterprise culture in alignment with region and company goals and priorities
- Works daily with the team(s) in the utilization of the mechanics of Last Planner System
- Is a key member of the Business Unit or Project Management team(s) providing insight, direction and strategic alignment to the business
- Utilizing the Launch Matrix, works with project teams to support a successful project launch
- Supports project teams in using Lean Roadmap as a planning tool to achieve project and company goals
- Provides a consistent presence on assigned projects working with each team in setting up Visual Management, the Last Planner System, 5S, etc.
- Supports development and implementation of local project and BU improvement and innovation initiatives through workshops, training, coaching, etc. to teach and practice lean principles, methods and tools
- Works with Regional Lean Manager and others to share and learn from improvement efforts
- Works with Regional Lean Manager to implement standard work for own activities (LPS coaching, Lean Training, etc.)
- Implements improvement and innovation projects based on direction set by business unit/regional leadership
- Facilitates the establishment of a lean management system and culture
- Develops and conducts standard lean training throughout region as well as supporting national training programs on topics such as: Last Planner System, lean problem solving & process improvement, lean leadership and culture
- Conducts regular project reviews with the Project Team, Operations Manager, and Regional Lean Manager to review project status, challenges, and opportunities and to establish measurable goals for improvement
- May perform other duties as necessary or assigned Supports project teams in using Lean Roadmap as a learning resource by developing and following a plan to achieve project goals.
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Turner Construction, headquartered in New York, NY, US, is a recognized leader in the construction industry. It was established in 1902 and has since curved its niche as one of the most reputable construction firms. Turner Construction provides a broad range of services like general contracting, construction management, design-build, and consulting. Devoted to environment-friendly building practices, it is considered a pioneer in green building and sustainability efforts. Their top-tier projects include Madison Square Garden, Yankee Stadium, and the United Nations Secretariat Building in New York City. The company's mission is to deliver an exceptional product by relentless commitment to their core principles – teamwork, integrity, commitment, and community.
Industry
Construction
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
New York, NY, US
Year founded
1902