Maintenance Technician
New Flyer
Lean Specialist
New Flyer· Facilities & Lean
About this role
Use Lean tools to identify and eliminate defects while working with and teaching shop floor employees how they can be used to improve product quality and enhance workplace satisfaction on the job.
Hours M- F 7am to 3pm
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Work with shop floor employees to eliminate defects.
2. Lead and facilitate continuous improvement events focused on defect elimination.
3. Prepare written reports of all defects and report progress back to Lean Manager for distribution to Plant Management.
4. Complete knowledge of the specifications and customer requirements.
5. Knowledge of and use of Diamond One process to determine if engineering involvement is necessary.
6. Assist the production supervisors and production personnel with any problems completing installs defect free.
7. Follows quality issues from identification through corrective action and follow up auditing.
8. Complete special assignments as required.
8. Must be able to train other people in Lean tools including 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Value Graphs, and cycle time reductions.
9. Assist Lean Facilitators on Kaizen projects when necessary.
Experience/Knowledge (Required Experience / Knowledge Only)
Blackbelt or Greenbelt in Lean Methodology preferred. Quality background would be helpful in success in this role
Travel: 10%
- Salary Range: $70,000 to $73,000
- Immediate benefit eligibility
- 13 paid holidays plus vacation time
- 401(k) program with generous company match
- Ongoing training in a continuous learning environment
- Advancement opportunities with a growing leader in zero-emission transit
- Be part of a team leading the electrification of mass mobility
We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.
NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions. Learn more at newflyer.com, nfigroup.com, and YouTube – We Move People.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Lean Specialist role at New Flyer?
The listed salary for this Lean Specialist position at New Flyer is USD 70K–73K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Lean Specialist position at New Flyer located?
This Lean Specialist role at New Flyer is based in St. Cloud, Minnesota, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Lean Specialist role at New Flyer full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Lean Specialist role in the Facilities & Lean department at New Flyer.
Which team or department does the Lean Specialist at New Flyer belong to?
This Lean Specialist position is part of the Facilities & Lean department at New Flyer. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Lean Specialist job at New Flyer posted?
This Lean Specialist position at New Flyer was posted on Jul 29, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Lean Specialist
New Flyer · 💰 USD 70K–73K
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