San Diego, CA, US
65 days ago
Business Unit Lean Manager (San Diego)

Position Description: Leads and supports the Business Unit efforts which are focused on enhancing customer value, nurturing a learning environment, facilitating continuous improvement processes, and maximizing project team collaboration.

Reports to: General Manager, Operations Manager, or Regional Lean Manager. If assigned to a specific project, reports to the Project Executive or Project Manager. Has a dotted line reporting relationship to Regional Lean Manager.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities*: In the areas assigned:

Change agent implementing strategies that develop and strengthen a lean enterprise culture in alignment with region and company goals and priorities Works daily with the team(s) in the utilization of the mechanics of Last PlannerĀ® System Is a key member of the Business Unit or Project Management team(s) providing insight, direction and strategic alignment to the business Utilizing the Launch Matrix, works with project teams to support a successful project launch Supports project teams in using Lean Roadmap as a planning tool to achieve project and company goals Provides a consistent presence on assigned projects working with each team in setting up Visual Management, the Last PlannerĀ® System, 5S, etc. Supports development and implementation of local project and BU improvement and innovation initiatives through workshops, training, coaching, etc. to teach and practice lean principles, methods and tools Works with Regional Lean Manager and others to share and learn from improvement efforts Works with Regional Lean Manager to implement standard work for own activities (LPS coaching, Lean Training, etc.) Implements improvement and innovation projects based on direction set by business unit/regional leadership Facilitates the establishment of a lean management system and culture Develops and conducts standard lean training throughout region as well as supporting national training programs on topics such as: Last PlannerĀ® System, lean problem solving & process improvement, lean leadership and culture Conducts regular project reviews with the Project Team, Operations Manager, and Regional Lean Manager to review project status, challenges, and opportunities and to establish measurable goals for improvement May perform other duties as necessary or assigned Supports project teams in using Lean Roadmap as a learning resource by developing and following a plan to achieve project goals.

 

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