Manufacturing Optimization Leader - Fixtures

About Us

Every person on the planet dreams of a better home. And at LIXIL, we’re
committed to making better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere.
We make it happen with pioneering water and housing technology
solutions. Home to world leading brands like INAX, American Standard,
GROHE, TOSTEM and many more, we touch the lives of more than

a billion people each day, transforming houses into homes.

Our planet is the home we all share. So how we do business matters.
Our inclusive and empowering culture, entrepreneurial spirit and
commitment to having a positive impact on the planet are integral
to our business strategy.

LIXIL today is on a journey of transformation. The world around us is
changing. Technological advances. Evolving needs. New demographics.
Shifting expectations. These changes serve as opportunities for solutions
to be discovered, and to unlock progress for all.

We invite you to make this journey with us. It is as challenging as it is
inspiring. Together we can shape the future of living. We’re a home for
growth, for imagination, for creativity. A home for your talent and ambition.

A home for everyone.

Overview

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Responsibilities

Lead the overall Lean transformation strategy, process optimization, and continuous improvement culture across the manufacturing plant. Maximize Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), eliminate waste (Muda), and reduce operational costs across critical ceramic processes, including body preparation, pressing/casting, glazing, continuous kiln firing, and packaging.

Key Responsibilities:
* Strategy & Deployment (Hoshin Kanri): Define and execute the Operational Excellence roadmap aligned with plant goals for safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
* Ceramic Process Optimization: Lead waste-reduction projects targeting scrap (green/fired breakage, glazing defects, shade/caliber variations) and optimize energy consumption in thermal operations (dryers and kilns).
* Kaizen & Methodologies: Facilitate VSM (Value Stream Mapping), TPM, 5S, SMED (for rapid mold, format, and glaze changeovers), and A3/Problem Solving workshops.
* Standardization & Visual Management: Establish Standard Work and Visual Management standards on the shop floor to maintain precise thermal, rheological, and mechanical process parameters.
* Change Management & Training: Build Lean/Six Sigma capabilities across all plant levels (from leadership to operators) to drive a proactive problem-solving culture.
* KPI Management: Track and report key metrics including OEE, scrap reduction, cycle times, Autonomous Maintenance compliance, and hard cost savings.

Qualifications

* Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Chemical, Mechanical, or Materials/Ceramics Engineering.
* Experience: 8+ years in continuous or discrete manufacturing, with at least 4–5 years leading continuous improvement or Lean initiatives in ceramic, glass, cement, or heavy thermal/chemical processing environments.
* Certifications: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt preferred.
* Technical Skills:
- Advanced mastery of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Six Sigma, SMED, and VSM.
- Practical understanding of thermal processes, pressing, slip/glaze rheology, and industrial automation.
- Proficiency in statistical software (Minitab) and ERP/MES systems (e.g., SAP).
* Soft Skills: Influencing leadership, change management, strategic vision, strong communication across all organizational levels, and result-oriented mindset.

Hiring Range

Aplicable de acuerdo a localidad

EEO Statement

Declaración de Igualdad de Oportunidades de Empleo: AS Maquila México S. de R.L. de C.V. y American Standard B&K México, son empleadores que ofrecen igualdad de oportunidades. Todos los solicitantes que resulten calificados para la posición para la que apliquen, serán considerados para el empleo sin distinción de raza, color, religión, lugar de origen, ascendencia, orientación sexual, identidad de género, genética, discapacidad, estado civil, edad, estado civil, estado de salud, condición o cualquier otra característica protegida por la ley.