Continuous Improvement / CORE Pilot Team Member (Onsite)

RTX•Columbus, GA

43d•Onsite

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future. At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond? What You Will Do: Demonstrate CI (Continuous Improvement) principles and CORE (Customer Oriented Results and Excellence) proficiency and leadership in support of the business unit and functional area to achieve and sustain desired business results. Guide employees and management in using the CORE tools to become a world class leader in the manufacture of jet engine components. Champion the use of CORE tools including: TPM, Root Cause, 6S, QCPC, LSW, etc., in shop floor operations Work with team/work area/ business unit leaders to establish appropriate strategies and plans to achieve and sustain business results aligned to the CORE operating system, through Standard Production System (SPS) deployment. Actively participate in Tiered accountability process supporting area and business unit level needs Coach, facilitate and/or lead kaizen / improvement engagements including, Problem Resolution, Value Stream Mapping, Lean Cell Design, TPM, and Root Cause Analysis. Support SPS training rollout as needed and train employees on the proper use and functionality of the CORE Tools. Identify, collect and share best practices within modular center. Drive CORE / CI culture throughout the facility including maturation of CORE Framework requirements The selected candidate will Achieve the following milestones: CORE Champion certification within 1st year of employment, CORE Professional certification within two years, and CORE Expert certification within five years What your day will look like: Reporting directly to the CORE Manager Lead CORE method engagements to resolve top process turn-backs Ensure all visual management is updated and maintained at each level Lead CORE Engagements when necessary and/or be a mentor to those who are leading Help team members/leaders learn to submit engagements for credit Work with the CORE Manager to identify actions related to lean transformation and CORE maturity progression plans Update reports as needed Participate and/or co-lead CORE Council Meetings Keep CORE supplies managed Lead CORE onboarding training Work autonomously; expectation is that you are self-managed with a demonstrated attention to detail & follow up

Requirements

Must have 2-3 years of production experience and knowledge of manufacturing or shop floor/operations practices.
High School Diploma or GED is Required, 2 year degree is strongly desired, but can be supplemented with 2 years of related work experience.
Experience with continuous improvement or lean methodologies.
Strong communication/presentation skills
MS Office proficiency to specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Strong organization skills
Willing to learn and be strong in Root-Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions
Able to lead teams
Demonstrated ability to interface with all levels of management and internal customers/stakeholders
Proven ability to effectively manage multiple priorities that will exist in your daily workload
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Prior completed training in at least 100% of the requirements for the CORE Certification Program’s Apprentice certification and actively participated in CORE activities.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate CI (Continuous Improvement) principles and CORE (Customer Oriented Results and Excellence) proficiency and leadership in support of the business unit and functional area to achieve and sustain desired business results.
Guide employees and management in using the CORE tools to become a world class leader in the manufacture of jet engine components.
Champion the use of CORE tools including: TPM, Root Cause, 6S, QCPC, LSW, etc., in shop floor operations
Work with team/work area/ business unit leaders to establish appropriate strategies and plans to achieve and sustain business results aligned to the CORE operating system, through Standard Production System (SPS) deployment.
Actively participate in Tiered accountability process supporting area and business unit level needs
Coach, facilitate and/or lead kaizen / improvement engagements including, Problem Resolution, Value Stream Mapping, Lean Cell Design, TPM, and Root Cause Analysis.
Support SPS training rollout as needed and train employees on the proper use and functionality of the CORE Tools.
Identify, collect and share best practices within modular center.
Drive CORE / CI culture throughout the facility including maturation of CORE Framework requirements
Lead CORE method engagements to resolve top process turn-backs
Ensure all visual management is updated and maintained at each level
Lead CORE Engagements when necessary and/or be a mentor to those who are leading
Help team members/leaders learn to submit engagements for credit
Work with the CORE Manager to identify actions related to lean transformation and CORE maturity progression plans
Update reports as needed
Participate and/or co-lead CORE Council Meetings
Keep CORE supplies managed
Lead CORE onboarding training
Work autonomously; expectation is that you are self-managed with a demonstrated attention to detail & follow up

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Short-term disability, long-term disability and parental leave
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program (No waiting period!)
Paid time off including: 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, 3 unpaid days for unique situations at supervisor discretion, and 12 paid government holidays

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