Facilitator, Lean

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Polaris – Roseau Operations:
The Lean Facilitator (Hourly Grade
2) supports Polaris’ Continuous Improvement (CI) and Lean initiatives across Roseau Operations. This role enables teams through facilitation, training, and hands‑on improvement support, driving operational excellence in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

The Lean Facilitator accelerates the adoption of Lean principles across the shop floor by supporting problem‑solving, leading training activities, and enabling operational teams through coaching and structured facilitation. This role contributes directly to improving process flow, reducing waste, and strengthening Polaris’ CI culture.

• Expedite the continuous improvement process across assigned areas.
• Teach and apply core Lean problem‑solving tools (5 Whys, PDCA, Fishbone, Pareto, 5S, etc.).
• Support and facilitate value stream mapping and workflow analysis.
• Lead or co‑lead Kaizen events.
• Apply basic statistical process control concepts to CI initiatives.
• Provide feedback and coaching to operators, team leads, and supervisors.
• Help design and deliver training seminars and workshops.
• Facilitate team discussions and guide cross‑functional problem‑solving.
• Participate on the CI/Lean leadership team for Roseau Operations.
• Support the sustainment of measurement systems, productivity reviews, and Lean standards.

• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and/or Six Sigma concepts.
• Ability to facilitate teams, discussions, and structured problem‑solving.
• Knowledge of 5S principles and ability to coach sustainment.
• Basic understanding of workflow analysis and productivity concepts.
• Familiarity with charts, graphs, and simple statistical indicators.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coach peers and influence positive change.

• Experience in manufacturing, assembly, or production operations.
• Participation in Kaizen events or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Comfortable speaking to small groups and leading team activities.
• Demonstrated initiative in problem‑solving and process improvement.
• Desire to continuously learn and grow within Lean methodology.

• Frequent presence on the production floor.
• Ability to observe processes, walk, stand, and support hands‑on improvement activity.
• Comfort working in a dynamic operational environment with shifting priorities.

Lean Facilitators are supported with internal Polaris CI training and may reference external resources such as:

• IAF Handbook of Group Facilitation (Sandy Schuman)
• The Toyota Way Fieldbook (Liker & Meier)
• Productivity Inc. training programs
• LCA Consulting Group development programs

$24.84 - $29.68 per hour.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Visa sponsorship will not be provided. To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

Polaris offers a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym and personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings, and a market‑leading profit‑sharing plan. Employees have access to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchase plans, with generous 401(k) matching contributions.

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