Lean Coordinator - Rittal Production System at Rittal LLC – Urbana, Ohio

Proven Leadership, Hard Work and Innovation Alive and Well in North America

Rittal North America has built a strong tradition of innovation and takes pride in a progressive approach to engineering. We design and manufacture the world’s leading industrial and IT enclosures, racks, and accessories, including high‑efficiency, high‑density power management and climate‑control systems for industrial, data center, outdoor, and hybrid applications.

Brief Job Summary:

The Lean Coordinator supports the deployment and sustainment of the Rittal Production System (RPS) across operations. This role assists in Lean transformation efforts by coordinating kaizen events, supporting process improvement initiatives, conducting documentation updates, and helping drive daily shop‑floor Lean activities. The position plays a key role in fostering a culture of continuous improvement across all departments.

Why Work at Rittal:

Compensation:

• Above‑average benefits available on the 1st of the month after you start
• 401K Match
• Professional development opportunities, including Lean/Six Sigma certifications
• Collaborative, innovative work environment
• Tuition reimbursement
• On‑site training and development resources

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of the Rittal Production System (RPS).
• Assist in planning, coordinating, and facilitating kaizen events and Rapid Improvement Workshops.
• Conduct Gemba walks and help document findings, improvement opportunities, and next steps.
• Support Value Stream Mapping activities and maintain updated process maps and workflow documentation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to implement Lean tools such as 6S, Standard Work, and Visual Management.
• Track and report improvement metrics, including safety, quality, delivery, and cost measures.
• Help sustain daily management systems and coach teams on Lean principles and practices.
• Document process changes and ensure SOPs, work instructions, and standards remain current.
• Assist with 6S audits and drive follow‑up action plans to completion.
• Provide administrative and coordination support for Lean training sessions, events, and transformation initiatives.
• Work collectively with Rittal Germany to align with HQ standards & collaborate for any global Rittal Production system initiatives
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field preferred
  OR equivalent manufacturing experience

Experience:

• 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or a continuous improvement role
• Prior exposure to Lean methodologies preferred
• Experience participating in kaizen events or process improvement projects is a plus

Skills:

• Basic understanding of Lean concepts (6S, Standard Work, Waste Identification, Flow)
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to perform shop‑floor observations and collect accurate data
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Problem‑solving mindset with a desire to learn continuous improvement tools

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may contact the company’s Human Resources Department at (937) 399-0500.

This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.

Rittal LLC and Eplan are proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. EEO, including Disability/Vets.