[Hiring] Group Lean Leader @Wabtec

Role Description

The Group Lean Leader will report to the CVP of Continuous Improvement. This position will support and matrix into the Rail Power VP of Operations and their direct reports. You will work in a team environment to develop, support, and coach the operations teams and local lean leaders to improved manufacturing and/or value stream speed, delivery, quality, and productivity utilizing lean methodologies.

As a member of the Lean Team, you will be responsible for leading Value Stream Coaches and partnering with the operations teams to develop, support and improve manufacturing and/or value stream speed, delivery, quality, and productivity utilizing lean methodologies.

You will be an integral part of continued development of our Wabtec Management System and work with the expanded lean team to develop company strategies, creating and improving our lean corporate standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Lean Management, Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or other related field from an accredited university
• Minimum ten additional years of experience leading teams in a lean transformation(s)
• Deep faith in lean and its principles with a proven track record leading in a TPS type transformation
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Clear thinker, able to analyze and resolve complex problems
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects ensuring buy-in from key stakeholders
• Established project management skills
• Ability to work effectively across functions
• Ability to travel up to 75% of the time

Requirements

• Be an engaged business partner to Operations Leader/leadership team
• Change agent responsible for delivering performance excellence through execution of lean initiatives
• Support the functional teams in developing and executing lean plans
• Be comfortable coaching executives in lean methodology and principles
• Support implementation of lean across global operations and the business
• Continuously evaluate operational best practices for inclusion in lean standards
• Develop and improve the Business Operating System known as the Wabtec Management System
• You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade
• While this position is remote, it may include occasional work at a Wabtec office/site

Benefits

• This role is also eligible for a performance bonus
• Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met
• More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com

Company Description

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity.

• Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward.
• We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better.
• We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds.
• We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.