Lean Enterprise Manager

New Flyer is North America's heavy-duty transit bus leader and offers the most advanced product line under the Xcelsior® and Xcelsior CHARGE® brands. It also offers infrastructure development through NFI Infrastructure Solutions™, a service dedicated to providing safe, sustainable, and reliable charging and mobility solutions. Further information is available at www.newflyer.com.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lean Enterprise Manager drives the Fabco Way by embedding Lean principles and leading continuous improvement across the organization. This role oversees Lean deployment, ensures manufacturing readiness, develops team capabilities, and sustains Lean systems through performance tracking, training, and accountability. The position also manages Lean resources, benchmarks best practices, and aligns initiatives with business goals and budget targets.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Champion a culture of Lean, driving engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organization
• Lead the development and execution of the Lean roadmap (Hoshin Kanri, Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management)
• Partner with operations and engineering to ensure manufacturing readiness and efficient production processes
• Manage and develop Lean/OpEx teams, ensuring priorities and deliverables align with corporate standards
• Facilitate cross-functional problem-solving using A3, value stream mapping, and root cause analysis
• Sustain Lean systems through audits (5S, TPM) and hold teams accountable for performance
• Design and deliver Lean training programs, including Yellow Belt and Green Belt certification
• Track, analyze, and report Lean KPIs aligned with plant and corporate objectives
• Benchmark industry best practices and represent the organization in external forums
• Manage budgets to ensure effective and cost-efficient Lean implementation

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required (Black Belt preferred)
• Over 7 years experience in Lean leadership roles within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, multi-site experience preferred
• Expertise in Lean tools (Kaizen, VSM, TPS, 5), Project Management and Change Leadership experience
• Excellent communication, coaching and organizational skills
• Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Up to 15% travel required for this position.

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

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Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI is leading the electrification of mass mobility around the world. With zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be a part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility    
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we’ve invested 10.9 million in 2023)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies

New Flyer is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.