Lean Manufacturing and Process Improvement Specialist

Genesis Recruiting

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Clifton, New Jersey, US on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted March 18, 2026
Job description

We are looking for a highly organized, process-driven, and creative thinker to help streamline and improve cabinet manufacturing operations. This role focuses on making production leaner, smarter, and more efficient by building clear, repeatable processes on the shop floor.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze cabinet manufacturing workflows and identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve efficiency

Implement Lean manufacturing principles within cabinet production (cutting, assembly, finishing, and installation prep)

Create, document, and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Improve organization of materials, tooling, and production flow

Manage and support production staff, ensuring accountability, productivity, and quality standards

Lead, train, and motivate teams to follow improved processes

Work hands-on with production teams to implement and sustain improvements

Qualifications

Experience with Lean manufacturing in a production environment

Previous experience managing people in a manufacturing or shop-floor setting

Background in cabinet manufacturing, millwork, woodworking, or similar trades preferred

Extremely organized with strong attention to detail

Creative problem solver capable of designing processes from scratch

Willingness to learn and continuously improve systems

Spanish-speaking is a strong plus

About this role

Summary

Optimize cabinet manufacturing processes, lead teams, implement lean principles, and improve efficiency.

Job title

Lean Manufacturing and Process Improvement Specialist

Experience level

null

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

Clifton, NJ; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

lean manufacturingteam managementprocess designwoodworkingSOP creation

Preferred skills

Spanish

Specializations

lean manufacturingprocess improvementwoodworkingstandard operating proceduresteam management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Clifton, NJ, USA

On-site City