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Lean Specialist Employer GenScript Location Piscataway, New Jersey Start date Jun 12, 2026 View more categories View less categories Discipline Clinical , Clinical Medicine Required Education Bachelors Degree Position Type Full time Hotbed Pharm Country , Best Places to Work Apply now Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job. Send job Job Details Company Job Details About GenScript GenScript Biotech Corporation (
Stock Code:
1548.HK) is a global biotechnology group. Founded in 2002, GenScript has an established global presence across North America, Europe, the Greater China, and Asia Pacific. GenScript's businesses encompass four major categories based on its leading gene synthesis technology, including operation as a Life Science CRO, enzyme and synthetic biology products, biologics development and manufacturing, and cell therapy. GenScript is committed to striving towards its vision of being the most reliable biotech company in the world to make humans and nature healthier through biotechnology.
Position Overview:
As a core driver of lean management, the Lean Specialist is responsible for enhancing company operational efficiency, reducing waste, and optimizing processes through systematic metrics control, project implementation, lean training, and activity planning. This role requires aligning with company strategy to implement the lean management system, coordinating cross-departmental resources, and achieving continuous improvement in key areas such as cost, quality, and delivery. The estimated salary range is $80,000 - $120,000, depending on experience.
Core Responsibilities:
Lean Metrics Development and Monitoring:
Lead the development of department-level lean management metrics, breaking them down to team levels. Establish a monitoring mechanism, regularly analyze data fluctuations, identify waste areas, provide improvement suggestions, and ensure follow-up by responsible departments. Use visual management boards (e.g., QCDIP) to track metrics achievement in real-time and provide data support for management decision-making.
Full-Cycle Management of Lean Projects:
Identify high-value improvement opportunities and lead or participate in lean improvement projects (e.g., efficiency, cycle time, quality). Develop project plans and drive implementation, utilizing methodologies like DMAIC and PDCA. Coordinate cross-departmental resources (production, quality, logistics) to ensure projects meet goals on schedule. Consolidate project experiences and develop replicable improvement models, promoting best practices across business lines.
Development and Implementation of Lean Training System:
Conduct tiered lean training courses (e.g., 5S, TPM, value stream mapping, IE tools) for management, frontline employees, and specialized teams. Update training materials (case studies, visualization tools) and enhance lean awareness through theoretical classes, hands-on practice, and simulations. Track training effectiveness and evaluate knowledge conversion through assessments and improvement proposals, fostering a lean culture in everyday work.
Lean Activities Planning and Execution:
Organize annual/quarterly/monthly lean-themed activities (e.g., Lean Month, Eight Wastes) to promote a continuous improvement culture. Build a cross-departmental lean exchange platform (e.g., regular improvement sharing sessions, benchmark business line visits).
Requirements:
Professional Background:
Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in Industrial Engineering (IE), Mechanical Engineering, or related fields. Certification in lean production, Six Sigma (Green Belt or above preferred). Over 3 years of work experience, leading or assisting in cross-departmental lean improvement projects (e.g., 5S, TPM, VSM, SMED, standardized work).
Core Competencies:
Data Analysis:
Proficient in using Excel and other data analysis tools to identify improvement opportunities.
Project Management:
Experienced in cross-departmental collaboration and adept at driving project implementation.
Communication and Training:
Clear logic and structured expression skills.
Tool Application:
Proficient in using lean tools like A3 reports, standardized work, ECRS. #GS GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace.
Please note:
Genscript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. will only contact candidates through verified application sources. GenScript/Probio does not request personal information from candidates through individual email or any other platform. Company GenScript Biotech Corporation (HK.1548) is an important technology and service provider in the world for life science R D and manufacture. Built upon its solid DNA synthesis technology, GenScript Biotech comprises four major business units: a life-science services and products business unit, a biologics contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) business unit, an industrial synthetic products business unit, and an integrated global cell therapy company. GenScript Biotech was founded in New Jersey, USA in 2002 and listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2015. The company's business operations span over 100 countries and regions worldwide with legal entities located in the U.S., China, Japan, Singapore, Netherlands, Ireland, the United Kingdom, Korea, Belgium and Spain. GenScript Biotech provides premium, convenient and reliable services and products for over 200,000 customers. As of June 30, 2024, GenScript Biotech had more than 6,900 employees globally, and 103,600 peer-reviewed journal articles worldwide had cited GenScript Biotech's services and products. In addition, GenScript Biotech owns a number of intellectual property rights, including over 300 patents, over 900 patent applications and great numbers of know-how secrets. Driven by the corporate mission of "make people and nature healthier through biotechnology", GenScript Biotech strives to become the most trustworthy biotech company in the world. Company info Location Piscataway NJ United States Share this job Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Apply now Send job Apply now Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job. Get job alerts Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox. Create alert
