Lean Engineer

Job description

**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.**

JOB SUMMARY:

Working under the framework of the Polaris Production System (PPS), leads continuous improvement initiatives, assesses current business performance, identifies gaps, establishes and implements improvement plans, monitors progress, and shares / acquires best-in-class ideas and processes.

Responsible for Lean project execution.

Ensures the facilities obtain budgetary goals set for lean manufacturing projects through partnering with campus production teams and management.

Trains production teams, plans and executes lean workshops, and documents and reports results.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Facilitate cross-functional expert teams to drive breakthrough or Best-in-Class performance in Safety,

Quality, Delivery, Material Flow, and Cost.

· Value Stream Analysis (Current and Future State Value Stream Mapping).

· Develop Future State vision and implementation plan.

· Support other C.I. initiatives, including best practice implementation, while striving to improve Business

Metrics.

· Coach team members in understanding Lean principles.

· Assist in the gathering of PPS Assessment data.

Collaborate with Lean Manager to improve Lean-relevant

metrics.

· Using standard tracking and reporting systems, will prepare detailed plans, drive project performance, and

assure timely completion and achievement of product / process quality and savings goals.

· Assist Lean Manager in any strategic initiative that will help in compliance to standards, implementing new

systems, and designing creative solutions that will continuously improve the campus

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or Business, or equivalent work experience required.

Prior manufacturing experience.

Has shown initiative, the desire to drive change and is motivated to exceed expectations.

Has solid leadership skills and strong lean systems expertise.

Has a solid understanding of manufacturing and lean principles, including Process Controls, Heijunka, SMED, VSM, Kanban, GEMBA & Material flow.

Intermediate computer skills (experience with Excel and Power BI are desirable).

Has sufficient experience within the company to be able to understand the organization and its business products and processes.

A strong interest in process and quality improvement and the ability to provide leadership desirable.

Ability to communicate effectively in verbal, written, and presentation skills.

Has demonstrated effective interpersonal skills and the ability to exercise influence without authority.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Fast & flexible paced manufacturing environment

_We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Apply today!_

**About Polaris Industries, Inc.**

As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc.

(NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954.

Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe.

North Pole Star, S.

de R.L. de C.V. (Polaris Mexico) is at the forefront of innovation in the powersports industry, manufacturing world-class vehicles that inspire adventure, we are home of RZR, ATV, General, Sportsman and other greats brands.

With a focus on quality, teamwork, and cutting-edge technology, our Mexico operations are our largest global manufacturing facility site with more than 5,000 employees.

Here at Polaris Mexico, we have engineering support from our new Product Development Center and physically assemble each one of our all-off-road vehicles with processes of injection molding, tube fabrication, welding, engines assembly, liquid and metal paint, and 6 assembly lines.

We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment where talent thrives, and bold ideas come to life.

Join Polaris Mexico, where passion meets innovation! www.polaris.com (https://www.polaris.com/es-us/)

**How We Hire**

North Pole Star, S.

de R.L. de C.V. is committed to offering equal employment opportunities to all employees and makes all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status regarding social assistance, union membership, political beliefs or any other status protected by applicable law.

At Polaris, the need for diverse perspectives and experiences enables our vision of Best People, Best Team.

We value our differences and align our passions to do great work.

As a highly efficient growth company, we are driven to be agile and adaptable to support our customers.

At Polaris we unite to create memorable adventures.

Learn more at

http://www.polaris.com/careers

Required Skill Profession

Other General