# Lean Facilitator

- **Company:** New Flyer
- **Location:** Crookston, MN, US (Not specified)
- **Salary:** Salary not disclosed
- **Contract:** Full-time
- **Posted:** 2026-11-10

## Job description

Lead and facilitate lean kaizen events across manufacturing operations.
Prepare and present report-outs at the conclusion of kaizen events.
Develop and conduct lean training programs for staff at all levels.
Ensure audit processes are in place to sustain 5S and Visual Factory performance.
Collaborate with other New Flyer Lean Facilitators to standardize lean initiatives and implement best practices across all locations.
Partner with process stakeholders in all manufacturing facilities to identify and implement improvements.
Spend the majority of time on shop floor activities, driving measurable operational improvements.
Provide input on setting lean goals and strategic direction.
Educate personnel on recommended lean approaches and expected improvements.
Develop and implement problem-solving methodologies and practices.
Promote and encourage a manufacturing cell-based environment.
Participate in manufacturing association activities to learn and share best practices.
Maintain leading-edge knowledge of lean processes and tools, including 5S, Visual Factory, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Value Graphs, Standardized Work, Cycle Time Reduction, and Set-up Time Reduction.
Requirements
Minimum of 3 years of experience as a lean facilitator in a manufacturing environment.
Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and facilitation skills; able to lead and influence at all levels of the organization.
Ability to monitor and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Positive attitude and willingness to embrace challenges in a fast-paced environment.
Lean Greenbelt certification or equivalent training/experience.
Mechanical aptitude.
Goal-oriented and motivated to achieve objectives within set timelines.
Extremely quality-conscious and detail-oriented.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package starting on day one
Continuous learning environment with opportunities for career advancement
Employee social committee organizes events including summer barbecues, holiday festivities, sporting events, and more
Ongoing employee development through in-house training initiatives and tuition subsidies for external courses

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