Sr Manager, Lean Manufacturing

　　US, US, OH - West Carrollton

　　Minimum Level of Education Required:Bachelors Degree

　　Percentage of Travel:Up to 10%

　　Location:Dayton, OH

　　Ref#:106762

　　Job Summary and Primary Responsibilities

　　Are you ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of spine surgery, right here in the heart of Dayton, Ohio?

　　Join our dedicated team of spine technology innovators in Dayton, as we embark on a mission to redefine surgical procedures, enhance the standard of patient care, and create a profound and lasting impact on countless lives. If you're an individual who thrives on challenging conventional wisdom and is committed to improving the quality of life for many, then we're eager to welcome you to our team.

　　If you're deeply passionate about disrupting traditional thinking, driving innovation, and positioning yourself at the forefront of industry progress, we strongly encourage you to explore the exciting opportunities we have to offer. Together, we will continue to push the boundaries of what's possible, working tirelessly to build a brighter future for spine health and the well-being of our patients.

　　As a Sr Manager of Lean Manufacturing, you will be accountable for leading the development and implementation of lean strategy and culture for NuVasive Manufacturing to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. You will lead lean academies and other courses for the entire organization to further the growth of our people, coach various leaders of multi-functional areas in lean practices, and partner to initiate strategic process improvement programs with significant change impact across the NuVasive Manufacturing facility, using a lean manufacturing technique

　　You will also;

　　Maintain a long-term roadmap for lean at NuVasive Manufacturing.

　　Keep updated and deliver training programs for introducing and creating a baseline understanding of lean practices.

　　Responsible for effectively leading, mentoring, and developing lean teams in the application of tools and processes including Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, Heijunka, 5S, and 3P.

　　Promote innovation in methods techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

　　Lead multiple value stream program efforts from beginning to adoption.

　　Facilitate the creation and implementation of the Daily Management System.

　　Facilitate week-long action workouts to drive toward model lines.

　　Supervise and budget for direct reports within the teams and programs.

　　Performs other duties as assigned.

　　Required Skills / Capabilities

　　Ability to perform effectively in environments with frequent workload changes and competing demands.

　　Ability to establish, partner, and maintain cooperative working relationships with peers, Human Resources, and leadership.

　　Basic understanding of MS Office software, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.

　　Strong business, analytical, organizational, project management, and planning skills.

　　Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

　　Perform duties in compliance with applicable FDA and state regulations as well as standards including, but not limited to, ISO 13485.

　　Education and Experience

　　Typically requires a minimum of 12 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 8 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 5 years’ experience; or equivalent experience.

　　Experience in Lean manufacturing (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen leadership, TAKT Time Production management and implementation).

　　Preferred Six Sigma green belt certification.

　　Preferred experience using Hoshin Kanri methodology and implementation.

　　Travel and/or Physical Requirements

　　Travel less than 10% required

　　For roles that require access to hospital facilities, must be eligible for and maintain credentials at all required hospitals, including meeting any applicable physical requirements or vaccination requirements (including the COVID-19 vaccine, as applicable).

　　NuVasive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The “EEO is the Law” poster options are availablehere (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) . NuVasive's EEO policy is availablehere (https://www.nuvasive.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/COP-NUV-HR0004-7.pdf) .

　　About NuVasive

　　NuVasive, Inc. (NASDAQ: NUVA) is the leader in spine technology innovation, with a mission to transform surgery, advance care, and change lives. The Company's less-invasive, procedurally integrated surgical solutions are designed to deliver reproducible and clinically proven outcomes. The Company's comprehensive procedural portfolio includes surgical access instruments, spinal implants, fixation systems, biologics, software for surgical planning, navigation and imaging solutions, magnetically adjustable implant systems for spine and orthopedics, and intraoperative neuromonitoring technology and service offerings. With more than $1 billion in net sales, NuVasive has approximately 2,700 employees and operates in more than 50 countries serving surgeons, hospitals, and patients. For more information, please visit www.nuvasive.com .