Position Summary

Our Quick Coupling Division is looking for a Lean Manager to help support the division in its lean transformation through the implementation of the Parker Lean System (PLS). This role will deliver practical, hands-on training to associates in PLS methodology and tools to eliminate waste. This role will also measure and report progress on an on-going basis using the Win Scorecard and PLS Lean Journey Assessment. This role will report to the divisions General Manager and provide leadership and direction to the division staff.

Responsibilities

• Guides all PLS initiatives within the division. Works with division staff and plant level management on Lean Implementation using Parker Lean Systems as the principal tool. Ensures the development of a robust Lean Future State Strategy to be implemented division-wide.
• The Division Lean Manager will 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. In multi-site divisions, supports plant lean leaders through required and special team meetings. Provides high level of technical and operational recommendations in meeting productivity, material control, product quality, and customer service goals.
• Ensures that the organizational structure has been reviewed and that resources are aligned for the Lean transformation.
• In multi-site divisions, helps 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.
• Ensures on-going education of all employees at the division in PLS. Promotes a continuous learning environment.
• Communicates the status of all lean efforts to the group lean manager. Provides documentation of results and benefits achieved to the division staff and the corporate lean leader, as reported through Parkers Lean Journey Assessment and Win scorecard.
• Shares “best practice” methods and ideas with group lean manager.
• Travel up to 50.

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Qualifications

• Five to seven years of manufacturing experience demonstrating a self-starting and hands-on quality. Bachelors degree or equivalent required.
• A good understanding of lean principles such as Value Stream Mapping, Just-In-Time, Demand Flow, Single Piece Flow, Five S’s, Visual Management, Total Productive Maintenance, Continuous Improvement Process, Kaizen, SPC, Six Sigma and Communication Tools, Statistical Problem Solving, ISO, QS9000 or similar.
• Has successfully led a minimum of ten (10) Kaizen events within a manufacturing environment. Has participated in numerous other Kaizen events preferably in both the manufacturing and office areas.
• Good understanding of financial measurements and goals in the Lean enterprise.
• Excellent communication skills to lead and support empowered employees in a team environment.
• Good presentation skills to effectively share the success and ideas of the division.

Parker Hannifin

What We Offer

• Solid employer present on the spanet for over 100 years.
• Career growth and opportunities: we hire from within!
• Collaborative and empowered work environment where team spirit is at the center of our success.
• Company values that encourage trust, respect, collaboration and professional growth.
• Open environment: we are excited to hear your ideas!

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• 401(k) Matching & Retirement Income Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Holidays 

Pay Range

$140,000 - $180,000

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.(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

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Drug Tests

Drug-Free WorkplaceIn 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.