Lean Consultant, Coach

Daimler Truck North America

. Develop continuous improvement plans aligned with organizational performance goals .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeFort Mill • South Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Lean methodologies and continuous improvement strategies, with a strong focus on data analysis, project management, and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor staff while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.

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Lean Consultant CertificationProcess ImprovementData AnalysisProject ManagementValue-Stream Mapping

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Hard Skills

Continuous ImprovementKPI MonitoringKaizenA3 Problem-SolvingTraining Documentation

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationStakeholder EngagementCoaching SkillsDetail-OrientedFollow-Through Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft VisioMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OneNoteMicrosoft Loop

Certifications & Qualifications

Lean Coach Certification

Industry Keywords

Organizational Performance GoalsCross-Functional TeamsProcess ImprovementsCustomer SatisfactionSafety Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop continuous improvement plans aligned with organizational performance goals
Create and monitor KPI trends to identify improvement opportunities and recommend actionable changes
Lead cross-functional teams implementing process improvements targeting quality, throughput, cost, and customer satisfaction
Facilitate organization-wide adoption of Lean tools and structured methodologies through training
Establish and maintain continuous improvement systems, including training documentation, tracking, and dashboards
Use Kaizen, A3, and other structured problem-solving techniques to diagnose issues and drive sustainable solutions
Mentor staff on Lean principles and cultivate a continuous improvement culture
Track project progress, present results, and align stakeholders on outcomes
Ensure improvements uphold organizational safety and quality standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or similar with 5+ years of relevant experience
Experience in process improvement and project management
Lean Consultant and/or Lean Coach certification
Ability to structure work independently
Strong data analysis with demonstrated complex problem-solving experience
Value-stream mapping abilities
Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and coaching skills
Detail-oriented with excellent documentation and follow-through skills
Experience creating and delivering executive-level presentations
Proficiency in Microsoft Visio, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, OneNote, and Loop
U.S. work authorization or eligibility under specified visa categories
Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid schedule: 4 days per week in-office and 1 day remote
Relocation assistance is not available for this position
U.S. Visa sponsorship available if the candidate qualifies under specified visa categories
Equal employment opportunities and accommodation or special assistance with applying
Criminal background check and possible pre-employment drug screen for final candidates