Lean Manager - The Toro Company
The Toro Company · Tomah, WI
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Lean / CI
- Base pay
- $98k–$120k
- Travel
- 15%
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 14 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A management continuous improvement role at The Toro Company (industrial) in Tomah, WI. Promote, guide and lead transformation teams in the implementation of the TTC Lean Enterprise system, which includes the use of various process improvement tools including, but not limited to: Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, Cell.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Kaizen, 5S, Value stream mapping, TPM, Root cause
- Base pay
- $98k–$120k
- Day to day
- about 15% travel
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Find 2–3 people on the Lean / CI team at this site
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Good questions for this role:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is CI run from the plant floor or from a corporate OpEx group?
- Which metrics does leadership actually watch: OEE, scrap, cost per unit?
- The posting says about 15% travel. Between which sites?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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Ask if they'd refer you or introduce you to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link and tell them the day you apply.
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Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
About the role
requirements
- ✓Bachelor’s degree (BA, BS) in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Business or similar field.
- ✓A minimum of 5 years of experience in Lean Manufacturing and Project Management in operations.
- ✓Proven history of experience grounded in Lean principles, tools, and systems such as Value Stream Mapping, Cell Design, Material Flow, Plan for Every Part, Visual Management, Standard Work, 5S, TPM, Change Over, Mistake Proofing, Root Cause Analysis.
- ✓Demonstrated experience with transforming business processes, with the ability to promote and sustain continuous improvement efforts/projects and culture through engaging, influencing, inspiring, and motivating others.
- ✓Practical experience in project/ program management and lean implementation. Strong management, communication, and leadership skills. Should be motivated with a positive attitude, with ability to work in a group/team setting.
- ✓Progressive work history in manufacturing environment demonstrating growth in position and/or responsibility.
- ✓Strong analytical skills with the demonstrated ability to analyze multifaceted, complex situations, problems, and concepts.
- ✓Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively interact with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds.
- ✓Highly self-motivated and directed, able to work well under pressure, manage and prioritize multiple initiatives concurrently, attend to details, and meet deadlines.
- ✓Strong organizational skills, including the ability to be flexible, adaptable, and change priorities and direction as needed, allowing for optimum effectiveness.
- ✓Aptitude and desire to gain understanding of situations, processes, and procedures in an effort to improve them.
- ✓Ability to anticipate problems and take necessary action to minimize likelihood and
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Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a school/employment or any other visa, regardless of expiration date, now or in the future.
Who Are We?
The Toro Company is a homegrown, Minnesota-based company that has been in business since 1914. We pride ourselves on providing world-class equipment to help maintain the environment that we love, while putting an emphasis on giving back to the communities that surround us. From residential lawns and gardens, to venues such as St Andrews Links and Target Field, we are a company with a global footprint and a passion for helping people beautify whatever landscape they may be in. With 100 years of operation under our belt and a healthy tenure, come find out what makes The Toro Company the best place to build a career in Tomah.
As the Lean Manager , you will execute the implementation of consistent Lean business practices to drive increased growth, operational excellence and empowered employees. Participate in the development, execution, and maintenance of transformation plans, delivering coaching and training on Lean principles, concepts and tools, leading kaizen events, knowledge sharing, and helping to identify future Lean minded personnel. Partner with the broader TTC Lean Enterprise Team to evolve the TTC Lean Enterprise system, share knowledge and best practices, and assist other manufacturing sites across the Company with increasing Lean competencies.
What Will You Do?
In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for:
- •Promote, guide and lead transformation teams in the implementation of the TTC Lean Enterprise system, which includes the use of various process improvement tools including, but not limited to: Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, Cell Design, Continuous Flow, Material Flow, Visual Management, Change over, TPM, Root Cause Analysis.
- •Collaborate with Operations leadership team to develop annual plans in support of continuous improvement to drive improvements in key metrics such as safety, quality, delivery, cost, cash, employee engagement, and growth, identifying indicators for future improvement opportunities.
- •Drive Lean operating principles and establish location specific principles, communication, knowledge sharing and reporting strategies to provide visibility into continuous improvement efforts.
- •Support Lean Enterprise system maturity self-assessment process and coordinate gap closure planning with corporate Lean enterprise team.
- •Provide training, coaching and mentoring of Lean principles, concepts, behaviors and tools that enhance the existing culture to one of continuous improvement at all levels of the organization.
- •Facilitate kaizen teams/events, track progress, and follow up to ensure gains are sustained.
- •Train and coach others at the location to become Lean practitioners and team facilitators.
- •Communicate to site leadership teams on overall Lean Enterprise initiatives, continuous improvement projects, kaizen status and assessment of customer needs on a regular basis.
- •Participate as a member of the Corporate Lean Enterprise Team to evolve the Lean Enterprise system, share best practices, report progress and provide support to other Lean Managers as necessary.
- •Stay current with technologies and Lean concepts through continuing education and benchmarking.
- •Create and maintain an environment that promotes safety for people and processes.
- •Interface with location team members daily.
- •Assess efficiencies of labor, set up, processes, etc., in a continued effort to identify and communicate cost reduction opportunities.
- •Support quality improvement efforts associated with work processes and procedures.
- •Utilize SAP, QlikView, and supporting system skills for efficient operations.
- •All other special projects and tasks as assigned.
- •Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
What Do You Need?
To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal