IWCO · 2 months ago
Lean Practitioner
Chanhassen, Minnesota, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expIWCO is a company focused on operational excellence, and they are seeking a Lean Practitioner to drive continuous improvement initiatives. This role involves applying Lean Six Sigma tools to enhance quality and efficiency while collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable process enhancements.
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Responsibilities
Collect, analyze, and interpret operating data—such as cycle times, quality metrics, and safety performance—to identify trends and set improvement priorities
Lead and manage Lean Six Sigma projects and Kaizen events to drive continuous improvement and optimize process performance
Prepare and present detailed project analyses and performance reports to leadership
Utilize Value Stream Mapping to identify improvement opportunities, define key priorities, and establish baseline performance metrics
Mentor and coach cross-functional leaders in the application and integration of Lean principles across operations
Facilitate the design and documentation of workflows, process inputs/outputs, and ownership for new equipment installations, front-end processes, and operational workflows
Foster a culture of collaboration and proactive problem-solving with manufacturing operations personnel and leaders
Empower manufacturing employees to identify and eliminate waste using structured Lean tools
Perform other related duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals
Qualification
Required
Strong data analytics and reporting skills, including the ability to interpret complex datasets and create meaningful dashboards
In-depth knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies, tools, and implementation strategies
Proven ability to lead Kaizen events and manage cross-functional improvement projects
Exceptional attention to detail, with strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving abilities
Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with teams across all levels of leadership
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
Flexible and adaptable to fast-paced, rapidly changing environments
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Visio, PowerPoint, Teams)
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field
Minimum 5 years of Lean or Six Sigma experience, preferably in print/direct mail or manufacturing environments
Lean or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher) or equivalent formal training required
Demonstrated experience as a Lean Six Sigma Practitioner or in a similar process improvement role
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Other wellness programs
401(k) plans
Paid holidays
Vacation time
Sick leave
Company
IWCO
IWCO has served the needs of North American direct marketers for more than 50 years.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$74.7MKey Investors
Prospect Capital Corporation
2017-12-18Acquired
2015-04-01Debt Financing· $74.7M
Leadership Team
James Capstick
Chief Sales Officer (CSO)
Joseph Wagner
Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)
Recent News
2022-09-13
2022-05-15
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