Manager, Lean Manufacturing

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Florence
Posted on: November 15, 2024

Job Description:

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what's possible? Location: Florence, AL CompetenciesAttracts Top TalentDrives ResultsCourageDecision QualityFinancial AcumenCommunicates EffectivelySouthwire Job DescriptionThis role is responsible for driving the development and implementation of continuous improvement projects consistent with and in support of the strategic plan and the business operating plan. The Lean Manufacturing Manager will own the Lean Maturity Assessments and improvement initiatives for the site. They will also partner with site leaders on strategy and deployment objectives Documents and works with site controller to validate achieved Lean savings. Make recommendations on designing new procedures and methods for operational processes using their knowledge of the operation and in partnering and collaborating with various other departments. Utilize project charters with deliverables to work with site leaders to identify, modify, and sustain desired changes including reducing waste and improving efficiencies. Lead projects and initiatives from idea generation to strategic execution. Provide strategic insight and evaluation of the organization's progression. Act as a mentor for the Continuous Improvement leadership, supervisory staff and frontline personnel. Develop and influence strategy, planning, and execution depending on project or initiative needs. Lead goal setting, assignment of projects, and review of progress, approval, and feedback for respective site. KPI goal setting with the site via semi-annual business assessment, reporting and leading site reporting for KPI's. Monthly updates on CI resource and engagement activities. Be a change agent: challenge organizational leaders to drive continuous improvements; remove organizational barriers to continuous improvement processes. Develop, implement and monitor site Lean training initiativesMinimum requirements: Bachelors degree, Engineering preferred; Lean/Continuous Improvement Certificate: Six Sigma Green Belt Years of experience: Min 5 yearsBenefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Nearest Major Market: Florence

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