Lean Manager; Vulcanic)

Lean Manager (Vulcanic)
Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of component technologies.

At Chromalox, we build advanced thermal technologies for the world's most challenging industrial heating applications.

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we got our start with an innovative solution 100 years ago when a self-taught engineer invented the first metal-sheathed resistance heating element. It was this then-advanced thermal technology that launched an entire industry. We excel in industries that have high expectations. We are acknowledged as experts at delivering solutions that exceed specifications, limit risk, and reduce operating costs.

Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!

This role is responsible for driving Continuous Improvement (CI) and developing the Operational Excellence (OpEx) framework across the Americas. The position will play a key role in embedding Lean principles, identifying process improvement opportunities, and delivering measurable operational performance gains across manufacturing sites. The successful candidate will be expected to operate at a GOLD level within the OpEx framework, serving as a regional leader, coach, and change agent across multiple manufacturing locations.

• Lead the development and deployment of the Operational Excellence framework across Americas sites, ensuring alignment with global standards
• Apply strong Lean principles to identify inefficiencies, reduce waste, and improve process performance
• Lead and deliver GOLD-level Continuous Improvement activities in line with internal OpEx standards, acting as a subject matter expert and coach across the region
• Facilitate and lead CI workshops (e.g., Kaizen, value stream mapping, root cause problem solving) to drive sustainable improvements
• Identify, prioritize, and execute process improvement initiatives across manufacturing and support functions
• Provide hands‑on support to sites, including the ability to lead or support changeover (SMED) improvement exercises where required
• Coach and train site teams in Lean tools and CI methodologies to build internal capability
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (engineering, operations, quality, supply chain) to deliver end‑to‑end improvements
• Support standardization and best practice sharing across sites
• Own the CI savings delivery for ETS Americas, track and validate savings against forecasted targets
• Participate in weekly meetings with the Manufacturing Engineering Manager to review: CI Updates:
  Progress on savings, project status, and new opportunities OPEX Maturity:
  Site‑level progress and training needs

• 8-10+ years of progressive experience in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, or related manufacturing leadership roles
• Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and tools (e.g., SMED, 5S, VSM, root cause analysis, standard work)
• Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements in a manufacturing environment
• Experience leading CI workshops and engaging cross‑functional teams
• Ability to operate at a GOLD level within CI standards
• Demonstrated success leading CI initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites
• Strong financial acumen with experience identifying, validating, and delivering measurable cost savings
• Hands‑on, practical approach with the ability to work both strategically and on the shop floor
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience with in…