Operational Excellence Lead

Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc.

. Lead the deployment of Lean/Operational Excellence strategies across the plant .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Lean Manufacturing and Operational Excellence, with a strong focus on Waste Reduction, Value Stream Mapping, and Six Sigma methodologies. Proven ability to lead teams, drive change, and develop KPIs to track progress against strategic goals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Lean Six Sigma CertificationLean Manufacturing ExpertiseData Analysis ProficiencyProject Management SkillsChange Management Experience

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Hard Skills

Lean PrinciplesWaste ReductionValue Stream MappingKaizenTPMSix SigmaProcess OptimizationKPI DevelopmentData AnalysisOperational Excellence

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationCoaching AbilitiesLeadership SkillsProblem-Solving MindsetInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Lean Six Sigma Green BeltLean Six Sigma Black Belt

Industry Keywords

Operational ExcellencePlant EnvironmentChange ManagementSafety StandardsCulture Transformation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the deployment of Lean/Operational Excellence strategies across the plant
Ensure alignment of plant processes with corporate goals for operational excellence and Lean manufacturing
Champion Lean principles including Waste Reduction, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kaizen, TPM, and Six Sigma
Conduct workshops, training, and mentoring to develop Lean capabilities among plant teams
Identify and prioritize improvement opportunities through data analysis and process evaluations
Schedule and execute Kaizen Events; teach and coach teams on setting up, executing, and following up on Kaizen events
Drive initiatives that eliminate waste, improve quality, and optimize costs
Engage plant leadership and staff to foster innovation and adaptability
Manage resistance to change by demonstrating the value of new practices and processes
Develop KPIs to track progress against strategic goals and Lean initiatives
Present performance updates and improvement outcomes to stakeholders
Partner with engineering, finance, production, quality, and supply chain teams
Liaise between corporate and plant-level teams to translate strategic objectives into actionable plans
Ensure process changes comply with regulatory and safety standards
Promote a safe working environment through Lean practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field
3+ years in operational excellence, Lean manufacturing, or similar roles within a plant environment
Experience leading teams of hourly and salaried employees
Lean Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt) is highly desirable
Expertise in Lean tools and methodologies
Ability to be hands-on in teaching Lean methodologies
Strong project management and organizational skills
Proficiency in data analysis and process optimization
Exceptional communication, coaching, and leadership abilities
Ability to influence and drive change at all organizational levels
Problem-solving mindset with a focus on results
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to inspire collaboration
Culture transformation mindset with an effective change management approach
Resilient under pressure and adaptable to evolving priorities
Applicants must be authorized to work in the country of the job posting location on a full-time basis; visa sponsorship is not provided