Lean Coordinator I Location : Woburn, MA, United States Job Family : Manufacturing and Production Job Type : Regular Posted : Sep 8, 2025 Job ID : 59406 Back to Search Results Job Description Apply Now > Save JobJob Saved Parker Chomerics, a Fortune 250 company, is solving the world’s greatest engineering challenges and driving the future of electronics technology. Parker Chomerics is a world leader in the development and manufacture of high-quality products that enable engineering breakthroughs for a cleaner and more sustainable world, including thermal interface materials, EMI shielding solutions, electrical grounding products, and conductive and non-conductive injection molded plastics. Building on 100 years in business, we strive to balance evolving our business while strengthening the communities we operate in and prioritizing our employees’ well-being. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive, caring, and friendly work environment, and we support career advancement through continued education, skill development, and regional and global advancement opportunities. If you’re looking for a fast-paced, collaborative environment where you can be at the cutting edge of engineering solutions, we can’t wait to meet you! Responsible for championing and leading Lean initiatives at the Plant level by utilizing the company's WIN Strategy. Organizes associates in value stream mapping and continuous improvement initiatives to eliminate waste in all office, factory and support functions. Measures and reports progress on an on-going basis using the Lean Must Do’s, financial performance measures and internal tracking InfoCenter. Transfers the ownership of lean principles to facility leadership. Scope/Supervision and Interaction: Position reports to the Lean Manager. May also have reporting accountability to the Manufacturing Manager or Operations Manager. Ensures full Lean education and implementation in all functions at the plant and / or facility level to insure sustainability. + Aid in supporting a safe ergonomic working environment for all employees in the facility. + Ensures that steering committees, Starpoint, and Natural High Performing Teams (HPTs) are established and are implementing the Lean principles, techniques, and methodologies according to corporate requirements. + Facilitate & drive all Kaizen activity, savings, actions through the Kaizen Promotion Office. + Facilitate & lead Kaizen events at all levels in the organization from site leader to individual team members using the Parker Lean System (PLS) & problem-solving tools. + Ensure adherence to all PLS standards for the Site, Value Stream and Team Improvement Boards, enabling a PDCA culture and progression of the Lean Journey. + Develop innovative solutions to complex engineering and manufacturing production problems through identification and implementation of advanced manufacturing processes including conducting process analysis, floor layouts, Value Stream Mapping, Constraint identification/management, applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials, conferring with suppliers, and soliciting observations from the operators/ production technicians. + Guide engagement in all HPTs & facilitate weekly on the floor walks (GEMBA), monthly steering meetings, Hours of Powers, BARNs & kaizen activity. + Purchase tools, materials that aid continuous improvement efforts. + Ensure productivity and project tracking (InfoCenter) Data entry & metrics are appropriate accurate and complete for entire site. + Use Lean Tools on the floor with Natural HPT/Starpoint’s/Site Leaders to solve business problems related to Safety, Quality, Delivery Cost and drive Value stream & Team improvement task list closure. + Ensures on-going education of all employees at the Plant in Lean and trains associates how to continually eliminate waste. Promotes a Continuous Learning environment. Position must understand the current culture & engagement through constant Lean Must Do monitoring. + Travel could be required to train, observe, transfer manufacturing processes up to 10-25%. Additional Comments: The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position. + Must be a US citizen or US Permanent resident. + Bachelor’s degree in engineering required with coop/internship experience in manufacturing/lean experience a plus. + 0-2 + years of experience required. + Strong math skills, experience with Microsoft Office, Visio & CAD software a plus. + Ability to influence and work well with all functions of the organization. + Past experience participating and or leading a 5-day president, GM level Kaizen event a plus. + Good presentation skills to effectively share the success and ideas for the site. Competitive Compensation + Pay Range: $69,500 to $115,000 annually + Participation in Annual Incentive Program Benefit & Retirement Plans Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including: + Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost. + 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay. + Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay. + Career development and tuition reimbursement. + Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you. + Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates. + Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays. Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. (“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”) If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (https://www.eeoc.gov/employees-job-applicants) Drug-Free Workplace In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.