Continuous Improvement Lead

Ducommun•St. Croix Falls, WI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Continuous Improvement Lead is responsible for the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of end-to-end operational and business processes across all business functions. This role ensures processes are scalable, compliant, and aligned with evolving organizational goals to support sustainable growth and operational excellence. Collaborates cross functionally to ensure product realization and work transfer projects meet organizational goals and schedule. Provides subject matter expertise as both the ERP process lead. Who are we? Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed. Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications. Our facility in St. Croix Falls, WI offers a range of ammunition handling & delivery systems supporting the full spectrum of small and medium caliber weapons.

Requirements

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, project management, and interpersonal skills
Experience working cross-functionally with diverse teams and managing multiple priorities
Must be able to clearly communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language
Must be able to work independently or with minimal supervision
Effective communication and leadership abilities to influence and guide teams through process changes
H.S. Diploma or GED
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related technical/business field with 2+ years' experience in continuous improvement, process development, manufacturing engineering, business process management preferred OR 5+ years of experience in continuous improvement, process development, manufacturing engineering, business process management or related roles
Strong knowledge of process mapping, workflow design, quality management, and process validation
Proficiency with BPM tools, process simulation software, statistical analysis tools, and ERP/MRP systems is a plus
Ability to create custom reports or dashboards in ERP systems is a plus
Experience with Epicor ERP or Epicor Kinetic preferred
ITAR/EAR Compliance: This position requires access to export-controlled information and/or hardware, and candidates must be U.S. Persons that comply with all U.S. Export control laws and regulation. As such, U.S. citizenship, U.S. lawful permanent resident status, protected person status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or the ability to meet ITAR and EAR requirements is required.

Nice To Haves

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred
Experience with lean manufacturing and process improvement methodologies preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the development, implementation, and enhancement of business process to meet industry standards and internal performance goals
Responsible for managing continuous improvement roadmap and applicable projects across departments, ensuring alignment with organizational growth and strategic objectives
Utilize continuous improvement and process engineering methodologies to optimize workflows and automate processes where applicable
Drive change management by communicating process updates and providing training or resources to impacted teams
Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and quality metrics to assess process effectiveness and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Support deliverables for all quality related audits (ISO/AS9100/etc.)
Be the ERP subject matter expert for the assigned facility
Conducting ERP knowledge transfer sessions and explaining MRP/Logistics/Finance/Warehouse/Quality and overall ERP functionality to the user base
Supports implementation of planning tools such as the production work queue
Create detailed user documentation and training manuals
Develop and support New Product Introduction from design to factory floor
Support make to make work transfer projects
Responsible for protecting and maintaining all Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) appropriately to prevent unauthorized access, dissemination, or use of this information, documentation, or products; including authorized and proper use of such information in regards to marking, storing, transmitting, and destruction of data
Support all visitors and security policies to protect ITAR/EAR/CMMC/CUI information, documents, products, etc. from unauthorized access by informing management immediately of any concerns
Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in employee's work area
Performs other duties as assigned
Regular and acceptable attendance is an essential function of this job