Lean Production Specialist – Cheraw 2

Lean Production Specialist – Cheraw 2

Location:

Cheraw, SC, US, 29520

Job Requisition ID: 25536

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Your Key Responsibilities

Apply Lean methodologies to drive operational improvements across Schaefflers automotive plants in the Americas.

Execute Lean transformation strategies, including value stream mapping, 5S, visual management, standardized work, and continuous flow.

Partner with departmental leaders to identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and efficiency improvement.

Facilitate Lean workshops, training sessions, and Kaizen events to engage employees and promote problem-solving and teamwork.

Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure progress toward Lean and operational excellence goals.

Analyze data and performance metrics to identify root causes of inefficiencies and develop data-driven solutions.

External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship.

Your Qualifications

Required

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, or related field).

2 years of production engineering or related experience.

Experience in workshop moderation, facilitating Lean workshops, training sessions, and Kaizen events to engage employees and promote problem-solving and teamwork.

Preferred

Ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve results.

Experience of working in a high-paced automotive manufacturing environment

Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze complex problems, identify root causes, and develop data-driven solutions.

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

www.schaeffler.com/careers

Your Contact

Schaeffler Group USA Inc.

Katherine Ella Reaves

18439211922

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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Job Type : Professional

Job Family : Production

Contract Type : Not Applicable

Schedule : Full-Time

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