Lean Director Salary in Akron, Ohio

How much does a Lean Director make in Akron, OH?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Lean Director in Akron, OH is $126,501. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $110,828 to $147,378, with most professionals earning between $96,558 and $166,386.

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What is a Lean Director?

The Lean Director is responsible for leading and implementing lean principles and practices within an organization to improve operational efficiency and eliminate waste. This includes developing and executing lean strategies, training and coaching employees on lean methodologies, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The Lean Director works closely with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction, and collaborates with senior leadership to align lean initiatives with overall business objectives. Additionally, the Lean Director is responsible for monitoring and measuring the effectiveness of lean initiatives and providing regular reports and updates to management. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

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What does a Lean Director do?

Common responsibilities of a Lean Director

Analyze and assess current processes and systems to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans for implementation.

September 29, 2023

Lead and mentor cross-functional teams in lean methodologies and tools to drive continuous improvement and problem-solving.

October 04, 2023

Stay current on industry best practices and trends in lean management and continuously seek opportunities for improvement.

October 09, 2023

Monitor and track key performance indicators to measure the effectiveness of lean initiatives and identify opportunities for further improvement.

October 12, 2023

Collaborate with senior leadership to align lean initiatives with overall business objectives and drive a culture of continuous improvement.

October 23, 2023

Collaborate with suppliers and partners to implement lean principles and practices throughout the supply chain.

October 27, 2023

Provide training and support to employees at all levels of the organization to ensure understanding and adoption of lean principles and practices.

November 02, 2023

Develop and implement lean strategies and initiatives to improve operational efficiency and reduce waste within the organization.

November 04, 2023

Lead and facilitate lean workshops, kaizen events, and value stream mapping exercises to identify and implement process improvements.

November 20, 2023

Drive a culture of accountability and ownership for lean initiatives across the organization.

November 20, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Lean Director in Akron, OH

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

110828

147378

126501

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

112024

152663

128497

What is the average salary for Lean Director in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Lean Director in Akron, OH. The base salary for Lean Director ranges from $110,828 to $147,378 with the average base salary of $126,501. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $112,024 to $152,663 with the average total cash compensation of $128,497.

View Average Salary for Lean Director as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$126,501	$110,828 - $147,378
Bonus	$1,996	$1,196 - $5,285
Total Pay	$128,497	$112,024 - $152,663

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Lean Director Salary Near Akron, OH

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Akron, OH
CITY, STATE Cuyahoga Falls, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $110,828 - $147,378	COMPARE TO Akron, OH 0%
CITY, STATE Canton, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $109,467 - $145,568	COMPARE TO Akron, OH
CITY, STATE Lakewood, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $113,318 - $150,690	COMPARE TO Akron, OH
CITY, STATE Cleveland, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $113,318 - $150,690	COMPARE TO Akron, OH
CITY, STATE Euclid, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $113,225 - $150,566	COMPARE TO Akron, OH
CITY, STATE Elyria, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,015 - $148,957	COMPARE TO Akron, OH

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About Akron, Ohio

Akron (/ˈækrən/) is the fifth-largest city in the U.S. state of Ohio and is the county seat of Summit County. It is located on the western edge of the Glaciated Allegheny Plateau, about 30 miles (48 km) south of Cleveland. As of the 2017 Census estimate, the city proper had a total population of 197,846, making it the 119th-largest city in the United States. The Greater Akron area, covering Summit and Portage counties, had an estimated population of 703,505. The city was founded in 1825 by Simon Perkins and Paul Williams, along the Little Cuyahoga River at the summit of the developing Ohio and...

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