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Lean Technician

AT nVent
nVent

Lean Technician

Anoka, MN

We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

We believe our culture is a differentiator and fosters an environment where our employees can bring bold ideas, be authentic, and build a more sustainable and electrified world.

  • See how our Win Right values and culture of inclusion drive engagement and high performance
  • Learn about our health, wealth, and life benefits that support the well-being of our people


WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:
  • Partner with assigned business unit on the implementation of lean manufacturing, and lean business process efforts. Work with colleagues to help identify, realize and optimize lean solutions within the economic capability of the plant.
  • Support the promotion of lean culture in the organization by working with business areas to complete events and projects required to implement the Future State Plans.
  • Apply Lean principles and tools such as those listed for implementing creative solutions for system and process improvements: Standard work, Ergonomics, cell design-3P, TPM, SMED, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping, and 5-S.
  • Support and coordinate Lean Kaizen Events, including scheduling, organizing materials & schedules, manage room set-up, facilitate meetings, and record action items.
  • Use Lean principles to perform process reviews and aid in establishing standardized work procedures.
  • Support open communications and involvement of employees who work in the process.
  • Participate in the coordination and periodic updates of progress during the event.
  • May be required to perform additional duties as assigned.

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YOU HAVE:
  • Degree preferred.
  • 1+ year manufacturing/lean experience
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing concepts and practices.
  • Knowledge of process improvement concepts and methods along with the flexibility and adaptability to accept and support new processes in a changing business environment.


WE HAVE:
  • A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
    • At nVent, we believe safer systems ensure a more secure world. We connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high-performance products and solutions for mission-critical equipment, buildings and essential processes. Our solutions are helping build a more sustainable and electrified world.
    • We are a $3.3B company with a dedicated team of more than 11,000 employees around the globe. Our comprehensive portfolio of enclosures, electrical and fastening, and thermal management solutions dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, RAYCHEM and SCHROFF.


  • Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
    • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
    • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money


  • Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We're known for being:
    • Innovative & adaptable
    • Dedicated to absolute integrity
    • Focused on the customer first
    • Respectful and team oriented
    • Optimistic and energizing
    • Accountable for performance


  • Benefits to support the lives of our employees


At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other's authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

Client-provided location(s): Anoka, MN, USA
Job ID: nVent_FGB-R15802
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns