It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.
Are you passionate about driving operational excellence and transforming service processes through Lean methodologies? Join us as a Lean Manager and become a catalyst for change in our dynamic, heavy industry services environment. You’ll lead strategic initiatives to optimize locomotive service operations, reduce waste, and elevate productivity across multiple service centers.
Responsibilities:
Champion Lean transformation using tools like Kaizen, 5S, A3 problem solving, Yamazumi, and Value Stream Mapping
Lead cross-functional Action Workouts to identify gaps, brainstorm solutions, and mentor teams
Develop and implement model lines and lean roadmaps for service excellence
Drive measurable improvements in dwell time, quality, and operational metrics
Collaborate with service centers and suppliers to establish lean line flows for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
Support international lean projects, managing scope, cost, and budget
Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and visual management
Lead Special Projects Teams and support Lean Six Sigma certification initiatives
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university (Engineering or Applied Science preferred)
4+ years of experience in a Lean management environment
Proven experience in heavy industry services is highly desirable
Expertise in Lean tools and methodologies
Strong presentation and influencing skills at managerial level
Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels
Energetic, self-driven, and passionate about change
Strategic thinker with a problem-solving mindset
Innovative and willing to take calculated risks
Committed to lifelong learning and continuous improvement
Legal authorization to work in Kazakhstan is required
Proficiency in English
This is an office-based role that requires frequent travel to remote locomotive service locations. Candidates must be fully prepared and willing to travel as a core part of the position.
Who are we?
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.
Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com
Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:
Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.
To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.
We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.