Lean Manufacturing Process Improvement Specialist

3 weeks ago


Fort Worth, Texas, United States Wabtec Full time

About Wabtec Corporation

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail.

The company has a rich history of innovation and technological advancements, with a collective experience of nearly four centuries across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport.

Our mission is to create transportation solutions that move and improve the world, and we are committed to delivering better outcomes for our global customers by speaking the language of industry.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lean Manufacturing Specialist to join our Global Operations Equipment team.

The successful candidate will utilize their expertise to solve problems, improve processes, and develop and execute lean objectives, demonstrating leadership in communicating business goals, programs, and processes for an area or business segment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as a change agent in the implementation of demand flow technology utilizing state-of-the-art tools and methodologies
  • Establish and implement team strategies, programs, and practices to achieve world-class manufacturing inventory turns and process flow
  • Support the lean strategy to reduce inventory, lead-time, and waste at the manufacturing facility
  • Drive measurable improvements in productivity and product flow
  • Develop model lines through the Lean Roadmap application

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college with at least 4 years of experience in a lean manufacturing environment
  • Preference will be given to applicants with Engineering experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment, a bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Engineering or Applied Science highly desired
  • Knowledge of standard work, value stream mapping, one-piece flow, Kaizen, 5S, and other lean tools
  • Managerial level presentation skills must be able to sell ideas and influence others
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, ability to communicate across levels and within a complex matrix

What We Offer

Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world's toughest challenges and relies on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusiveness.

We aim to employ the world's brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status.

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.



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