Lean Director Salary in Waterloo, Iowa

How much does a Lean Director make in Waterloo, IA?

As of May 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Lean Director in Waterloo, IA is $124,364. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $108,956 to $144,888, with most professionals earning between $94,927 and $163,574.

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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 Waterloo, IA

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

108956

144888

124364

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

110131

150085

126326

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 Waterloo, IA. The base salary for Lean Director ranges from $108,956 to $144,888 with the average base salary of $124,364. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $110,131 to $150,085 with the average total cash compensation of $126,326.

View Average Salary for Lean Director as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$124,364	$108,956 - $144,888
Bonus	$1,962	$1,175 - $5,197
Total Pay	$126,326	$110,131 - $150,085

* 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 Waterloo, IA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA
CITY, STATE Cedar Falls, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $108,606 - $144,423	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA
CITY, STATE Cedar Rapids, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $111,544 - $148,330	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA
CITY, STATE Iowa City, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $110,634 - $147,120	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA
CITY, STATE Ames, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $113,293 - $150,655	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA
CITY, STATE Dubuque, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $110,040 - $146,330	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA
CITY, STATE Ankeny, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $114,342 - $152,050	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA

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About Waterloo, Iowa

Waterloo is a city in and the county seat of Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census the population decreased by 0.5% to 68,406; the 2016 Census estimates the population at 67,934, making it the sixth-largest city in the state. The city is part of the Waterloo – Cedar Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area, and is the more populous of the two cities. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 63.23 square miles (163.76 km2), of which 61.39 square miles (159.00 km2) is land and 1.84 square miles (4.77 km2) is water. The average el...

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