{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"a8a51f0afcc7dd8089091b1b","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a8a51f0afcc7dd8089091b1b","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a8a51f0afcc7dd8089091b1b","title":"Lean Program Manager","description":"Working at Freudenberg: \"We will wow your world!\" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.\n\nWe at Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies run 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. Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies is a joint venture between Freudenberg and NOK Corp. in Japan, is headquartered in Plymouth, MI, operates more than 20 facilities and employs about 4,700 people across the Americas.\nSome of your Benefits\n401K Match\n401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.\nHealth Insurance\nHealth Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.\nVacation\nVacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.\nPaid Holidays\nPaid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.\nPersonal Development\nPersonal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.\nBristol, NH\nOn-Site\nFreudenberg-NOK General Partnership\nYou support our team as\nLean Program Manager\n\nResponsibilities\nLead and execute Lean transformation initiatives focused on improving flow, reducing waste, and increasing operational efficiency.\nPlan, facilitate, and follow up on Kaizen events that deliver measurable and sustainable results.\nOwn projects end-to-end, ensuring timelines, outcomes, and impact are clearly defined and achieved.\nInfluence and align cross-functional teams without direct authority to drive change.\nBuild urgency and energy around continuous improvement across all levels of the organization.\nTrack, analyze, and communicate performance improvements, including cost savings and operational gains.\nDevelop and deliver training to build Lean capability and continuous improvement mindset across the site.\nQualifications\nProven experience leading projects or initiatives with clear, measurable outcomes.\nStrong self-starter with the ability to work independently and drive results without close supervision.\nDemonstrated ability to lead and influence teams without formal authority.\nHands-on experience with Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, or continuous improvement methodologies.\nStrong facilitation, problem-solving, and communication skills.\nBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).\nLean or Six Sigma certification preferred (or willingness to obtain Black Belt within 15 months).\nThe Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. 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As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.\n\nWe at Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies run 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. Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies is a joint venture between Freudenberg and NOK Corp. in Japan, is headquartered in Plymouth, MI, operates more than 20 facilities and employs about 4,700 people across the Americas.\nSome of your Benefits\n401K Match\n401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.\nHealth Insurance\nHealth Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.\nVacation\nVacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.\nPaid Holidays\nPaid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.\nPersonal Development\nPersonal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.\nBristol, NH\nOn-Site\nFreudenberg-NOK General Partnership\nYou support our team as\nLean Program Manager\n\nResponsibilities\nLead and execute Lean transformation initiatives focused on improving flow, reducing waste, and increasing operational efficiency.\nPlan, facilitate, and follow up on Kaizen events that deliver measurable and sustainable results.\nOwn projects end-to-end, ensuring timelines, outcomes, and impact are clearly defined and achieved.\nInfluence and align cross-functional teams without direct authority to drive change.\nBuild urgency and energy around continuous improvement across all levels of the organization.\nTrack, analyze, and communicate performance improvements, including cost savings and operational gains.\nDevelop and deliver training to build Lean capability and continuous improvement mindset across the site.\nQualifications\nProven experience leading projects or initiatives with clear, measurable outcomes.\nStrong self-starter with the ability to work independently and drive results without close supervision.\nDemonstrated ability to lead and influence teams without formal authority.\nHands-on experience with Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, or continuous improvement methodologies.\nStrong facilitation, problem-solving, and communication skills.\nBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).\nLean or Six Sigma certification preferred (or willingness to obtain Black Belt within 15 months).\nThe Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. 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