Lean Management Specialist

Responsible for the planning and implementation of the Lean Manufacturing system in the gene synthesis/production department. Promote the application of lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, VSM (Value Stream Mapping), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) in laboratory and production processes. Analyze bottlenecks and waste throughout the production process, leading efficiency improvement projects (e.g., reducing TAT, improving OEE, lowering costs). Drive process standardization, modularization, and automation optimization. Identify problems and propose improvement plans, regularly track improvement results, and promote continuous optimization. Collaborate with R&D, production, supply chain, and other teams to drive end-to-end optimization, supporting process design and lean optimization during new product/new process introduction. Organize training on lean tools and methods (e.g., basic Lean Six Sigma training), cultivate internal lean talents within the team, and promote the implementation of lean concepts. Actively cooperate with the work related to internal cooperation of the team, and deliver the required work results in a timely manner. Comply with company and laboratory safety-related rules and regulations and confidentiality systems, and complete other job-related tasks as arranged by superior(s). Provide operational support for the department, including claims administration, manpower and timesheet consolidation, records and documentation management, and coordination with internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement the Lean Manufacturing system in the gene synthesis/production department; Promote application of lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, VSM, and SOP in laboratory and production processes; Analyze bottlenecks and waste throughout the production process, leading efficiency improvement projects (e.g., reducing TAT, improving OEE, lowering costs); Drive process standardization, modularization, and automation optimization; Identify problems and propose improvement plans, regularly track improvement results, and promote continuous optimization; Collaborate with R&D, production, supply chain, and other teams to drive end-to-end optimization, supporting process design and lean optimization during new product/new process introduction; Organize training on lean tools and methods (e.g., basic Lean Six Sigma training), cultivate internal lean talents within the team, and promote the implementation of lean concepts; Actively cooperate with the work related to internal cooperation of the team, and deliver the required work results in a timely manner; Comply with company and laboratory safety-related rules and regulations and confidentiality systems, and complete other job-related tasks as arranged by superior(s); Provide operational support for the department, including claims administration, manpower and timesheet consolidation, records and documentation management, and coordination with internal stakeholders

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or above in Industrial Engineering, Bioengineering, Molecular Biology, or related fields; data analysis skills; proficiency in operating Office, Visio, and other software; strong problem analysis and solving abilities; planning, organizational, communication, and coordination skills; clear logical thinking; result-oriented and continuous improvement mindset; good proficiency in both Chinese and English communication

Benefits

medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one; paid parental leave after three months of employment; paid time off including vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays; flexible spending and health savings accounts; life and AD&D insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; legal assistance; supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance; commuter benefits; well-being initiatives; peer-to-peer recognition programs