Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the adoption and implementation of Lean Manufacturing principles and methodologies throughout the plant.
• Identify opportunities for waste reduction, process optimization, and efficiency improvement.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, employee engagement, and problem-solving.
• Utilize Lean tools such as value stream mapping, 5S, Kanban, and standardized work to drive operational excellence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address bottlenecks, constraints, and inefficiencies
• Lead and mentor a team of production managers, supervisors, engineers, and operators in Lean principles and practices.
• Provide guidance, support, and coaching to empower employees to contribute to process improvements and problem-solving.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, specifications, and customer requirements throughout the manufacturing process.
• Implement robust quality control measures, error-proofing techniques, and preventive actions to minimize defects and rework.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with supply chain and procurement teams to optimize inventory levels, reduce lead times, and improve supplier performance.
• Champion a culture of safety, compliance, and risk management throughout the organization.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, environmental standards, and industry best practices.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to drive growth, profitability, and operational excellence.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), financial metrics, and operational benchmarks to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with senior management to align plant objectives with overall business goals and initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, operations management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10 years Transformer manufacturing industry management experience
• Proven experience in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment, with a strong focus on Lean Manufacturing principles and practices.
• Fluent in speaking Spanish

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $135,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 10 years (Required)
• Management: 4 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Los Angeles, CA 90001 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Los Angeles, CA 90001: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)

Work Location: In person