Continuous Improvement Leader

Published February 10th, 2025

Key Responsibilities:

  • Continuous Improvement Initiatives:
  • Identify, design, and implement strategies to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance overall operational performance in aerospace component manufacturing processes using continuous improvement tools.
  • Conduct process evaluations, root cause analyses, and gap assessments to identify areas for improvement.
  • Drive a culture of Lean, and other continuous improvement methodologies across teams towards world class standards (National Shingo Award Winning) implementation and sustainment.
  • Lead and facilitate continuous improvement activities.
  • Facilitate standardization of best practices across departments and ACMT locations.
  • Project Leadership:
  • Plan, execute, and oversee projects aligned with the organization’s strategic objectives. (Example include facility moves, introducing new product lines)
  • Develop project charters, timelines, and budgets, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Facilitate collaboration across departments to achieve project goals.
  • Training and Development:
  • Provide training, coaching, and mentorship to team members and staff on continuous improvement tools and methodologies. (5S, TPM, Kaizen, Visual Factory)
  • Lead workshops, Kaizen events, and other hands-on improvement activities.
  • Performance Metrics and Reporting:
  • Work with the team to establish KPIs, track progress toward improvement goals, and work with team on projects and initiatives to improve metrics.
  • Prepare and present reports on project outcomes, cost savings, and operational efficiency improvements to senior leadership.
  • Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Act as a liaison between departments, fostering communication and collaboration.
  • Ensure alignment of improvement initiatives with organizational goals and customer expectations.
  • Support and drive Strategic Goal Deployment initiatives.
  • Education: Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field. A Masters degree is a plus.
  • Experience:
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in process improvement, operations management, project management, or a related role in the aerospace component manufacturing industry.
  • Proven track record of leading successful continuous improvement initiatives and managing projects.
  • Certifications:
  • Lean, Six Sigma (Green Belt/Black Belt), or equivalent experience is a plus.

    Skills and Competencies:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a talent for influencing and motivating others.
  • Strong understanding and ability to train and implement lean tools.
  • Ability to positively lead others though change.
  • Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
  • Advanced computer literacy skills. Proficient in (Excel, Word, PowerPoint..)
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
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