Division Lean Manager

About Parker Precision Fluidics

Parker Precision Fluidics (PPF) is a leading provider of miniature fluidic components and subsystems serving the medical, diagnostic and analytical instrumentation. Our product technologies include miniature solenoid valves, proportional valves, multimedia valves, application-specific manifolds, pumps, and electronic pressure controllers.

Job Summary:

As a Division Lean Manager, you will be the primary resource for supporting the division in its lean transformation through the implementation of the Parker Lean System (PLS). You will deliver practical, hands-on training to associates in PLS methodology and tools to eliminate waste in all administrative, manufacturing and support functions. You will measure and report progress on an on-going basis using the Win Scorecard and PLS Assessments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Guide all PLS initiatives within the division.
• Work with division staff and plant level management on Lean Implementation using Parker Lean Systems (PLS) as the principal tool.
• Champion and lead lean initiatives at the Division and Site level by utilizing the Company's WIN Strategy and organize associates in value stream mapping and continuous improvement initiatives to eliminate waste in all office, factory and support functions.
• Ensure that the organizational structure has been reviewed and that resources are aligned for the Lean transformation.
• Promote and support High Performance Team (HPT) culture across Division through participation on steering committees and shared ownership of activities and metrics for success.
• Ensure adherence to PLS standards at the division for the site, value stream and team improvement boards, enabling a PDCA culture and progression of the Lean Journey. Support plant lean leaders through required and special team meetings.
• Provide high level of technical and operational recommendations in meeting productivity, material control, product quality, and customer service goals.
• Help to develop plant lean leaders with an emphasis on championing the division's goals, objectives, and implementation plans relative to the Lean Journey Assessment, division strategy deployment, and future state site plans.
• Ensure on-going education of all employees at the division in PLS. Promote a continuous learning environment.
• Provide documentation of results and benefits achieved to the division staff and the group lean leader, as reported through Parker's required assessments and Win scorecard.
• Share 'best practice' methods and ideas with Group Lean Manager.

Requirements:

Ten years of manufacturing experience with increasing responsibility and leadership of projects and teams. Knowledge of the product(s) and manufacturing operations that would typically be obtained through a Bachelor's degree in a manufacturing related field, business or engineering, and progressive career experience. Six Sigma Black Belt preferred. Current knowledge of the latest manufacturing technology, productivity and quality measurements, and material/planning systems requiring continual review of methods to optimize productivity. Good understanding of financial measurements and goals in the Lean enterprise. Demonstrated teamwork and team building skills in producing results and meeting organizational objectives. Capable of assessing and developing individual and team skills and capabilities. Able to create and maintain enthusiasm for new and challenging goals. Serve as a role model by promoting new ideas and positive change.

About Parker Hannifin Corporation Parker Aerospace Group

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Learn more at www.parker.com or @parkerhannifin.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

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