Are you passionate about transforming manufacturing processes and driving operational excellence through Lean principles? Do you thrive in environments where your expertise can lead to tangible, measurable improvements? As a Lean Manager at Poclain, you'll have the unique opportunity to be at the forefront of our continuous improvement journey. This role isn't just about following established procedures—it's about leading the charge in creating a culture of excellence, where your strategic vision and hands-on approach will directly impact our plant's efficiency, productivity, and bottom line. You'll work closely with both plant and group-level leaders, giving you a platform to influence decision-making and drive meaningful change across the organization.
Moreover, this position offers the satisfaction of seeing your efforts translate into real-world results. Whether it's through streamlining processes, reducing waste, or mentoring teams, your work will contribute to the ongoing success of our operations. If you're someone who finds fulfillment in overcoming challenges, optimizing systems, and making a lasting impact, this is the role for you.
What You'll Do:
Plant Lean Strategy and Roadmap:
Collaborate with the Plant Manager to consolidate the annual Plant Lean roadmap.
Communicate and align the roadmap with the Group Lean Manager.
Ensure the coordination and follow-up of the yearly Plant Lean roadmap.
Report on the deployment of the Plant Lean Roadmap to the Group Lean Manager and site CODIR.
Roadmap Deployment on Site:
Lead and deploy best practices within the operations organization.
Support continuous improvement by reducing process costs, improving material flow, and shortening cycle times.
Lead Lean workshops according to the yearly defined roadmap.
Participate in routine production site meetings.
Coordinate and lead Lean implementation at the plant level.
Audit and Compliance:
Assess the plant's Lean practices and standards according to Lean PES audit guidelines and through Management Reviews.
Prepare for Lean Plant PES audits and ensure maximum compliance with PES best practices.
Actively participate in the Lean management network and yearly Lean events on-site.
Training and Development:
Train and support site operational teams using Lean training modules, group training, and skill management tools.
Stay updated on the latest Lean practices and integrate technological advancements into the plant's operations.
What Makes You a Good Fit:
Proven experience in Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement roles, preferably in a plant environment.
Strong understanding of Lean principles, tools, and methodologies.
Experience in coordinating and leading Lean initiatives at a plant level.
Ability to conduct audits and ensure compliance with Lean standards.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Strong leadership and team collaboration abilities.
Proficient in training and developing teams on Lean practices.
Why Work for Poclain Hydraulics?
You'll work for, and be an instrumental component to, an organization with a proven track record of success with aggressive, realistic growth plans! Poclain has consistently produced strong performance results with continued growth plans. Recent multi-million investment in the US facility.
Values:
Poclain Hydraulics is an independent industrial company specialized in the design, manufacture and sales of hydrostatic transmissions. Our company vision is based on four values:
Our independence which is guaranteed by the stability of our family ownership and the quick reactions of our management.
Our capacity for innovation which enables the company to make major advances in its business. Over 6 % of sales is invested in R&D.
Our international strategy, the source of our growth, thanks to investment in emerging markets and to reinforcing our dedication to environmental development.
Our reliance on the diversity of our people in strengthening our position as a world leader and improving our performance in a lasting manner.