Insight Global
Title: Director of Lean Manufacturing
Location: Wichita, KS - relocation package available
Duration: Permanent
Salary: $175,000-$250,000
Openings: 1
Must-haves:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
- 10+ years of progressive experience in lean manufacturing and leadership experience in aerostructure or similar manufacturing plants
- 10+ years of experience using problem-solving skills and analytical abilities to develop innovative and expedient solutions to manufacturing problems
- 10+ years of proven ability to communicate effectively, act decisively, and demonstrate innovation and resourcefulness
- Proven Track Record of leading enterprise level Lean transformation initiatives
- Strong Analytical, Leadership and Communication Skills
Plusses:
- Experience in automotive manufacturing (Toyota, Ford, or other Lean companies)
- Strategic thinker with an analytical mindset
- Experience presenting to senior leadership and driving cross-functional change
- Familiarity with cost analysis and production efficiency metrics
- Experience in companies undergoing acquisition or transformation
Day-to-day:
- Insight Global is seeking a Director of Lean Manufacturing in the Wichita, KS area. This role will lead Lean strategy across an Aerospace client at their Wichita and Tulsa sites, driving production system resiliency and efficiency. The Director will manage a team of experts and production leaders, build and execute roadmaps, and serve as a change agent across the organization. Responsibilities include leading cross-functional projects, improving first-pass yield, standardizing processes, and presenting performance metrics to senior leadership. 10%-25% of travel will be expected between Wichita, KS and Tulsa, OK. Signing bonuses, stock options, and executive-level relocation packages are available. No clearance is required.