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About this Material Flow Lead / KANBAN Lead role at Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls · Onsite · Apodaca-Nuevo Leon-Mexico

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

 

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.


What will you do? 

  • Lead the implementation and management of Kanban systems to optimize workflow and material movement.

  • Facilitate Kaizen events to identify opportunities for improvement and eliminate waste.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production processes and ensure alignment with Lean principles.

  • Train and mentor team members on Pull system methodology and Lean practices.

  • Analyze data and metrics to drive continuous improvements and report on progress to management.


How will you do it? 

  •  Utilize Lean tools and methodologies to assess current processes and identify areas for improvement.

  • Engage with team members to foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

  • Develop training materials and conduct workshops to educate staff on Kanban and Lean techniques.

  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of Kanban systems and make necessary adjustments.

  • Provide regular updates and feedback to management about project statuses and team performance.

 

 

What are we looking for?  

 Required:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or operations environment.

  • Strong understanding of Lean principles, particularly Kanban.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate teams.

  • Proficiency in data analysis and performance metrics.


Preferred:

  • Experience in a leadership role within a Lean transformation initiative.

  • Certification in Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.

  • Knowledge of ERP systems and their integration with manufacturing processes.


What do we offer?

  • Comprehensive benefits package. 

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development. 

  • Supportive and inclusive work environment. 

  • Commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being. 

  • Engagement in meaningful projects that make a difference. 

 


Johnson Controls does not request pregnancy or HIV testing as a condition for hiring, continued employment, or promotion, in accordance with its commitment to labor equality and non-discrimination.

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Johnson Controls: Enhancing the Intelligence of Buildings Your buildings have a purpose. They are places for people to live or work. Facilities for learning or healing. Venues for entertainment and shopping. Sites for the specialized storage of tangible goods or mission-critical data. Your buildings have a huge variety of functions; they are central to your mission. This is where Johnson Controls comes in, helping drive the outcomes that matter most. Through a full range of systems and digital solutions, we make your buildings smarter. A smarter building is safer, more comfortable, more efficient, and, ultimately, more sustainable. Most important, smarter buildings let you focus more intense

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