Lean Manager - Continuous Improvement

Freudenberg is a global technology group that strengthens its customers and society long-term through forward-looking innovations. Together with our partners, customers and the world of science, we develop leading-edge technologies, and excellent products, solutions and services for 40 market segments. The Freudenberg Group employs some 50,000 people in around 60 countries worldwide and generates sales of nearly 9 billion euros.

At Freudenberg Medical, we make products that save and improve the lives of people every day, all around the world. We are a global provider for medical device design and manufacturing with 11 locations worldwide and more than 1,800 employees. Innovation is at the core of our company and we are proud of our industry-leading quality, lean manufacturing, and focus on innovation in products and processing technologies. Freudenberg Medical is an exciting place to work with lots of opportunity to learn, develop, and grow your career. Come join us and together we can make a difference in the future of healthcare.

Your Benefits

401K Match

401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help

Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion: Enter a diversity-driven world of innovation

Employee discounts

Employee discounts: Opportunities for deals on products and services

Training / Career development

Training / Career development: Programs to supercharge skills and expertise

Occupational safety

Occupational safety: Safety as a top priority, in all aspects of your work

Salary Range: $90 - $125K, DOE

Carpinteria, CA

On-Site

Freudenberg Medical LLC

You support our team as

Lean Manager - Continuous Improvement

Responsibilities

Utilizes Lean tool box to DRIVE a Lean System

Provide leadership and run the Lean Steering Committee

Achieve Project IMPACT cost savings objectives and report monthly results

Promote a continuous improvement culture through achievement of RPA targets

Plan, organize, and EXECUTE Kaizen events

Conduct Lean training

Follow up on Kaizen event action list through to close

Facilitate Continuous Improvement teams using Kaizen, VA/VE, 3P, 5s and SMED

Execute, track, and take accountability for continuous improvement savings and results

Guide organization in Lean Systems implementation

Participate as a member of the plant staff

Provide input to the Global Lean Director to continually improve training materials and technique

Interfaces with the lean community and functions as the site lean representative

Qualifications

BS, Engineering or equivalent experience

Lean Systems Certification

Minimum of 5 years’ experience implementing Lean manufacturing

Leadership skills

Preferred knowledge of Six Sigma

Excellent communication and training skills

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tool box and experience in Lean Systems implementation

Excellent problem solving and facilitation skills

Knowledge of continuous improvement methodology (Kaizen, VA/VE, 3P, 5s and SMED)

Knowledge of the Toyota Production System

Must possess communication and training skills

Must have problem solving and facilitation skills

Must be enthusiastic, tenacious, professional and articulate

Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision

Must be able to interact with all levels of the organization

Must have ability to become a certified Black Belt within 18 months

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Additional Information

Whitney Duenez