Lean Program Manager
Responsibilities
- Lead and execute Lean transformation initiatives focused on improving flow, reducing waste, and increasing operational efficiency.
- Plan, facilitate, and follow up on Kaizen events that deliver measurable and sustainable results.
- Own projects end-to-end, ensuring timelines, outcomes, and impact are clearly defined and achieved.
- Influence and align cross-functional teams without direct authority to drive change.
- Build urgency and energy around continuous improvement across all levels of the organization.
- Track, analyze, and communicate performance improvements, including cost savings and operational gains.
- Develop and deliver training to build Lean capability and continuous improvement mindset across the site.
Qualifications
- Proven experience leading projects or initiatives with clear, measurable outcomes.
- Strong self-starter with the ability to work independently and drive results without close supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and influence teams without formal authority.
- Hands-on experience with Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, or continuous improvement methodologies.
- Strong facilitation, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Licence to drive a vehicle.
- Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred (or willingness to obtain Black Belt within 15 months).
About the role
Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies runs the business operations of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) in the Americas. Being part of the global Freudenberg Group, our company is a leading producer of advanced sealing technologies for automotive and general industries.
Benefits
- 401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.
- Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.
- Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.
- Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.
- Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.
Schedule
Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies is located in Bristol, NH.
Pay
The pay range for this position is $60,000 - $90,000 per year.
Skills
- Proven experience leading projects or initiatives with clear, measurable outcomes.
- Strong self-starter with the ability to work independently and drive results without close supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and influence teams without formal authority.
- Hands-on experience with Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, or continuous improvement methodologies.
- Strong facilitation, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Licence to drive a vehicle.
- Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred (or willingness to obtain Black Belt within 15 months).
Benefits
- 401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.
- Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.
- Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.
- Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.
- Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.
Freudenberg Group
The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.