Improve company and department performance through Operational Excellence/LEAN principles, methods, modules and elements. As well as CAPEX for new or existing equipment to increase capacity and/or improve effectiveness.
Lead & develop people through active leadership, instilling the GF values, development plans, performance management and training matrices while living collective accountability
Develops, aligns & obtains company/departments goals, objectives and budget.
Responsible for the safety, quality, delivery, inventory, productivity and 5S of all production assembly cells and testing centers. Works cross functionally with all departments to balance demand with capacity and material movement.
Lead, coordinate and facilitate the daily operations to provide adequate resources, ongoing work direction and problem solving to ensure business goals are met. Lead and contribute to cross-functional Goal Meeting (WIG), Daily Management and Gemba to drive cross-functional execution while tracking daily performance through the use +QDIP goals on a daily basis. Ensuring when a miss occurs, a root cause analysis and counter measures are identified, executed and validated for effectiveness.
Responsible for new hire training for cell lead job duties and production/assembly employee’s functions as well as maintaining training skill matrix. Develop opportunities for employee growth while ensuring cross training for resource allocation.
Requirements
leadership
team coordination
bachelor's degree
lean manufacturing
employee training
Ability to lead and coordinate multi-functional team projects
Bachelor's degree from four-year College or university; or ten plus years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Lean manufacturing concepts experience (Material flow and layout, SMED, TPM, aizen, Value Stream Map, Performance to Takt, etc.)
Ability to develop and train employees
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1802
Year Established
The company traces its origins back to 1802, showcasing a legacy of over two centuries in metallurgy and piping solutions.
CHF 1.97B
Annual Sales
The company generated CHF 1.97 billion in sales in 2024, reflecting its strong market position.
36 Facilities
Global Reach
Operates 36 production facilities and sales offices across over 30 countries, indicating extensive global operations.
1,200+ Projects
Project Deliveries
Delivered over 1,200 tailored piping projects in a single year, highlighting its expertise in custom solutions.
Its roots trace back over two centuries to expertise in metallurgy, evolving into advanced plastic and metal piping technologies.
Projects range from leak‑free municipal water networks and legionella‑safe potable water systems to high‑efficiency cooling in data centers.
Technical focus spans plastic and metal fittings, valves, pipes, jointing methods, and digitized automation tools.
Specialist sectors include industry, infrastructure, buildings, water and gas distribution, chemical process, data centers, marine, and food & beverage.
Innovations such as ultrasonic leak testing, pre‑insulated COOL‑FIT piping, and plastic butterfly valves underscore its engineering leadership.
Culture + Values
Since 1802
Years of Excellence
Reflects the company's deep-rooted legacy and commitment to continuous improvement over nearly two centuries.
Performance is about speed and excellence.
Learning is about having an open mind.
Caring is about being part of a team.
Environment + Sustainability
90% Scope 1-3
Net-Zero Emissions Target
Committed to reducing emissions across all scopes by 90% by 2050, validated by SBTi.
30% Emissions Reduction
Scope 1+2 at Seewis Plant
Achieved a 30% reduction in CO₂e emissions by 2023 compared to 2019 baseline.
30% Renewable Energy
GF Piping Systems' Electricity
30% of electricity used in 2023 came from certified renewable sources.
70% Sustainable Sales
2025 Sales Target
70% of total sales in 2025 to come from products with social or environmental benefits.
Ensuring sustainability assessments cover 80% of procurement spend.
Science-based targets include reducing Scope 3 CO₂e by 34.6% per tonne by 2030.
Planning to achieve a 20% reduction in water intensity in high-stress areas and waste intensity by 20% to landfill/incineration.
Inclusion & Diversity
30% Women Managers
Diversity in Leadership
Achieved 30% women in newly appointed managerial roles in 2021, exceeding a target of 25% by 2025.
80% Employee Recs
Employee Satisfaction
Target to have at least 80% of employees recommend the workplace as an employer.
30% Safety Boost
Workplace Safety
Aiming to reduce the accident rate by 30% as part of the People & Well-being pillar.
Supports a diverse, engaging, and safe workplace as part of its Sustainability Framework.