Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Hubbell Incorporated is a manufacturer of electrical and utility solutions that enable reliable and efficient critical infrastructure. The Senior Manager of Continuous Improvement le Lean and process optimization initiatives, manages improvement professionals, partners with senior leaders, and drives strategic change across the organization. This remote role requires up to 75% travel.
Responsibilities
Facilitating the Hoshin Kanri strategic planning and alignment process at the segment level, business unit or plant level; developing A3 charters with planning leaders and participants to enact initiatives
Utilizing Value Stream Mapping and Extended VSM to identify major reorganization of business processes as well as logistics and manufacturing processes. Serve or lead project management teams tasked with the enactment of future state VSM plans. This could include department relocations, facility relocations, implementation of new SAP modules or information systems
Providing leadership and guidance to a team of continuous improvement specialists, including mentoring and professional development
Serve as a Lean Trainer in all elements of the Hubbell Manufacturing System at the plant level and in the Lean Certification program. Develop others to train as well
Overseeing the analysis of existing processes and operations to identify areas for improvement, inefficiencies, and opportunities for optimization
Leading change management efforts to ensure that improvement initiatives are effectively adopted and integrated into the organization
Collaborating with cross-functional teams, departments, and senior executives to gain support and resources for improvement projects
Partnering with Plant Leadership to introduce and sustain the HMS Performance Management program of tiered Gemba walks, escalation, problem solving and accountability tracking
Utilizing data and key performance indicators (KPIs)to evaluate the success of improvement initiatives and make data driven decisions
Managing a portfolio of improvement projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, and tracking progress and impact
Implementing and overseeing quality control measures to ensure that improvements lead to better quality products and services
Maintaining records and documentation related to continuous improvement initiatives and their outcomes
Skills
15 – 20 years of relevant experience (required)
10+ years of experience in a Continuous Improvement / Lean / Six Sigma role (required)
Minimum of 4 years of experience in a technical leadership role with strong management and leadership skills (required)
Lean, Six Sigma Black Belt certification desired
Experience in implementing continuous improvements and improvement systems
Driven and able to influence others through leadership, teaching, and hands-on demonstrations of Lean principles and practices
Proven time management skills: ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks effectively
Results-oriented with a track record of delivering results in a fast-paced environment
Bachelor's Degree in Operations, Industrial/Manufacturing/Process engineering or related field is preferred
Process improvement and data analytical skills preferred
Benefits
Remote position
Company Overview
Hubbell Incorporated is an international manufacturer of quality electrical and electronic products for a broad range. It was founded in 1888, and is headquartered in Shelton, Connecticut, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is
Company H1B Sponsorship
Hubbell Incorporated has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2023, 2 in 2022, 1 in 2021. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.