Lean Manufacturing Advisor

What's the Job?

Coach plant leadership and operational teams on Lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies
Evaluate manufacturing processes, production workflows, and plant operations to identify opportunities for efficiency and waste reduction
Facilitate Lean workshops, Kaizen events, and process improvement initiatives
Conduct value stream mapping and operational process analysis to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies
Support plant leaders in implementing practical and sustainable operational improvements
Guide teams in understanding why previous Lean initiatives may have failed and how to implement improvements effectively
Partner with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve production reliability, throughput, and operational performance
Develop and monitor operational performance metrics and improvement KPIs

What's Needed?

• 10+ years of experience in operations, manufacturing, or plant environments
• BS Degree
• Experience leading operational improvement or Lean initiatives
• Background in manufacturing, petrochemical, chemical, refinery, or industrial production environments
• Strong credibility working with experienced plant leadership teams
• Ability to translate Lean theory into practical operational improvements
• Hands-on experience applying Lean tools such as VSM, Root Cause Analysis, and Waste elimination
• Strong understanding of industrial manufacturing environments and operational process optimization
• Familiarity with industrial systems like MES, SAP, and CMMS
• Proven ability to lead operational improvement initiatives and mentor teams

About the Role

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, analytical thinking, and a passion for continuous improvement, which will align successfully within the organization.

Requirements

Job Title: Lean Manufacturing Advisor
Location: Baton Rouge, LA

Qualifications

Opportunity to work on impactful operational excellence projects
Collaborate with experienced plant leadership teams
Enhance your skills in Lean methodologies and continuous improvement
Be part of a global organization committed to operational excellence
Competitive compensation aligned with your expertise
Upon Completion Of Waiting Period
Consultants Are Eligible For Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Health Savings Account
Health Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Supplemental Life Insurance
Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
Business Travel Insurance
401(k), Plus Match
Weekly Pay

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

Pay

Competitive compensation aligned with your expertise

Schedule

Weekly Pay