Lean Manager I - Manufacturing

About the Role

In this position, you will lead by example, promote continuous‑improvement principles, and support improvement events from preparation through follow‑up, while measuring performance and recognizing team contributions. • Partner with project leadership and craft workforce to secure buy‑in for lean initiatives • Build relationships across diverse backgrounds and organizational levels • Coach teams in continuous‑improvement methods and act as a lean resource on‑site • Identify opportunities and execute improvements, supporting improvement events • Enable field leaders to apply Kaizen after events • Measure baseline performance and track improvements across projects • Recognize crews and teams for their contribution to improvements • Develop and implement Production Preparation Process for new scopes • Champion 5S practices with superintendents, field leaders, and trade partners

Key Responsibilities

• ▸lean initiatives
• ▸kaizen coaching
• ▸5s champion
• ▸performance measurement
• ▸improvement events
• ▸production prep

What You Bring

BLUvera, Mortenson’s vertically integrated manufacturing and fabrication affiliate, is seeking an experienced Lean Manager I to support operating groups and project teams. The role will define and execute Lean Innovation agendas and Project Standard Work while interacting professionally and confidentially with staff at all levels in a dynamic environment. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in construction‑related fields or equivalent experience, at least six years of construction or manufacturing experience, and three years applying continuous‑improvement practices, along with a valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 50%. • Bachelor’s degree in construction‑related field or equivalent experience • Minimum six years construction or manufacturing experience • Minimum three years applying continuous‑improvement in similar environments • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 50% • Expert knowledge of lean principles and ability to coach/mentor • Strong relationship‑building, influencing, and communication skills • Proactive self‑starter with growth mindset and curiosity • Understanding of EEO, inclusive behaviors, and affirmative‑action plans

Requirements

• ▸bachelor’s
• ▸6+ years
• ▸lean expertise
• ▸ci experience
• ▸driver’s license
• ▸communication

Benefits

Base pay ranges from $100,100 to $150,200, with higher rates for select locations, and the position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. Visa sponsorship is not provided, and all applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Mortenson offers comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, dental, 401(k) match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, mental‑health resources, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and gym discounts. The company is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring practices. • Medical, prescription, vision, and dental coverage • 401(k) with generous Mortenson match • Paid time off, holidays, and other leave • Employer‑paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance • No‑cost mental‑health tools and concierge services • Tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance • Gym membership discount program

Work Environment

Onsite