Senior Lean Engineer

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

•Lead and manage Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects focused on cost reduction, waste elimination, and productivity improvement.

•Identify improvement opportunities through process analysis, Value Stream Mapping, and performance metrics.

•Drive the achievement of savings targets by delivering measurable financial results from Lean initiatives.

•Establish, implement, and standardize Lean methodologies and tools across manufacturing and corporate areas.

•Ensure proper follow-up, tracking, and sustainability of implemented improvements.

•Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to Lean projects, savings, and operational efficiency.

•Support cross-functional teams in problem-solving and continuous improvement activities.

•Promote a culture of Lean thinking and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

•Provide training and coaching on Lean principles and tools to employees at different organizational levels.

  
YOU HAVE:

•Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.

•Bilingual, strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish is required.  

•6+ experience in Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement within manufacturing or corporate environments.

• Strong knowledge of Lean methodologies (Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, 5S, Waste Reduction).

•Black Belt certification MUST have.

•Proven track record to deliver measurable cost savings and productivity improvements.

•Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.

 

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

  • nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.

  • Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

  • Innovative & adaptable

  • Dedicated to absolute integrity

  • Focused on the customer first

  • Respectful and team oriented

  • Optimistic and energizing

  • Accountable for performance

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

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