Associate, Lean Manufacturing, Transformation

Accordion Partners, LLC

Job Overview

Location

Atlanta; Boston; Charlotte; Chicago; Dallas; Los Angeles; New York; San Francisco

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• Assess the current state of client manufacturing operations to identify opportunities for cost reduction, increased throughput, and improved product flow through the facility.
• Employ lean methodologies including daily management, visual factory, 6S, and lean problem-solving tools to drive operational improvements.
• Train client operations leadership on foundational lean principles to ensure the sustainability of implemented changes.
• Conduct or facilitate lean events such as 6S, Kaizen, and DMAIC projects to drive structured process improvements.
• Utilize lean problem-solving tools including Pareto Charts, Fishbone Diagrams, Root Cause Analysis, and PDCA to diagnose and resolve operational inefficiencies.
• Travel to client sites as required to support on-site transformation initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align manufacturing improvements with broader finance and value creation objectives for private equity-backed portfolio companies.
• Work within a hybrid model, splitting time between office locations and remote work (2 days per week), with a requirement to be locally based in one of the listed U.S. cities.
• Manage multiple complex workstreams simultaneously while maintaining focus on individual project deliverables.
• Communicate complex operational issues and solutions clearly to clients and senior team members, escalating concerns when necessary.
• Lead by example, demonstrating strong work ethic and hands-on involvement in both strategic planning and on-the-ground execution.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture focused on client service and continuous improvement.
• Maintain proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, to support data analysis, reporting, and presentation deliverables.
• Understand the dynamics between private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies to align lean initiatives with financial value creation goals.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 3–5 years of experience in process improvement
• Experience implementing and using The Toyota Production System (TPS)
• Experience with lean problem-solving tools such as Pareto Charts, Fishbone Diagrams, Root Cause Analysis, and PDCA
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to conduct or facilitate lean events such as 6S, Kaizen, or DMAIC projects
• Willingness to travel to client sites as needed

🏖️ Benefits

• Annual salary range of $100,000 to $120,000 USD
• Bonus compensation
• Hybrid work model with flexibility to work remotely 2 days per week
• Opportunity to work alongside 1,600+ finance and technology experts in a collaborative environment

Skills & Technologies

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About Accordion Partners, LLC

Accordion Partners is a private equity-focused financial consulting firm providing portfolio company value creation services. It delivers interim management, financial planning & analysis, operational improvement, and transaction support to middle-market PE-backed businesses across North America. Founded by ex-Bain and Deloitte professionals, the company embeds senior-level talent within client organizations to accelerate EBITDA growth, optimize cash flow, and prepare assets for exit. Services span strategic finance, accounting, treasury, pricing, supply chain, and M&A integration, delivered through a flexible staffing model that scales with deal timelines and investment horizons.

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