About Us

Spellman High Voltage Electronics Corporation, a family owned business for over 75 years, takes pride in powering progress in health, security and quality of life. We are key partners with the world’s leading medical devices, semiconductor, scientific analytics and industrial systems manufacturers. When they want to push the limits of what’s possible with high voltage applications, they turn to us to make it happen.
While Spellman is not a household name, our products are used to make and often power many of the most advanced technologies that make modern life possible. With design and manufacturing sites in North America, Europe and Asia, we have become the preferred provider of high voltage power solutions for OEMs pushing the boundaries of technology around the world by designing and producing the products they need to power progress.
Position Summary
Drive operational excellence through the application of Lean Manufacturing principles, leading continuous improvement initiatives that eliminate waste, optimize processes, improve productivity, and reduce lead time across manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for managing strategic improvement projects, supporting operational readiness, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across Spellman Plant 4.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Lean transformation and continuous improvement projects across manufacturing and support functions.
Identify, analyze, and eliminate process inefficiencies using Lean methodologies and data-driven decision-making.
Facilitate Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Kaizen events, 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, SMED, and Root Cause Analysis activities.
Drive initiatives focused on productivity improvement, quality enhancement, cost reduction, inventory optimization, and lead-time reduction.
Lead cross-functional projects from initiation through implementation utilizing Project Charters, project schedules, and milestone tracking.
Develop and maintain project plans,



Gantt charts, critical path analyses, resource plans, and risk mitigation strategies to ensure successful and timely project execution.
Support plant expansion, capacity growth, equipment transfers, new product introductions (NPI), and operational readiness projects aligned with business objectives.
Establish, monitor, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure project effectiveness and operational performance.
Collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production teams to achieve project goals and sustain improvements.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, employee engagement, and structured problem-solving throughout the organization.
Train, coach, and mentor employees in Lean principles, project management methodologies, and continuous improvement best practices.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, Industrial Engineering, or related disciplines.
Strong knowledge of Lean tools and methodologies, including VSM, Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, SMED, A3 Problem Solving, and Root Cause Analysis.
Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional projects in a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in project management practices, including Project Charter development, Gantt Charts, Critical Path Analysis, project scheduling, and progress tracking.
Experience using ERP/MES systems and manufacturing performance metrics to support decision-making.
Strong analytical, leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Intermediate English proficiency required; advanced English proficiency preferred (written and verbal).
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred.
Location: Spellman Plant 4, Matamoros, Tamaulipas
Department: Operations / Continuous Improvement
Position Type: Full-Time

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