Group Lean Leader - Freight Equipment

About the role

The Group Lean Leader reports to the CVP of Continuous Improvement and supports the Rail Power VP of Operations and their direct reports. Working in a team, the role develops, supports and coaches operations teams and local lean leaders to improve manufacturing and value stream speed, delivery, quality and productivity using lean methodologies. It is a remote position, though occasional work at a Wabtec site or offsites may be required.

Key responsibilities

• Lead Value Stream Coaches and partner with operations teams to improve manufacturing and value stream performance using lean methods.
• Help create the lean vision for the Group and implement a strategy to improve the customer experience through faster cycle times and better delivery.
• Coach executives and functional teams in lean methodology, Hoshin Kanri, problem solving and standard work.
• Support implementation of lean across global operations, including standards, metrics, employee training, kaizen events, change implementation and after-action reviews.
• Develop training materials and continuously evaluate best practices for inclusion in lean standards.
• Contribute to the Wabtec Management System, a business operating system, and document, plan and stabilize programs while securing stakeholder buy-in in a matrix environment.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Lean Management, Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or a related field from an accredited university.
• At least ten years of experience leading teams in lean transformations, with lean leadership and change management demonstrated across the organization.
• Proven track record leading a TPS-type transformation and business operating system transformation, beyond lean-six-sigma tools.
• Experience leading cross-functional or geographically dispersed teams, mentoring and coaching, and traveling up to 75% of the time.

Required skills

• Lean management and value stream thinking
• Hoshin Kanri (policy deployment)
• Project management and program documentation
• Strong oral and written communication and leadership skills

What we offer

• Stated pay range of $104,800-$149,300, with possible annual bonus depending on eligibility.
• Health, welfare and retirement benefits.
• Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.