Continuous Improvement Leader

Textron • Wichita, KS

19h

About The Position

In this role, you can expect to collaborate with leaders to drive Lean activities, which focus on maximizing value by minimizing waste, while also developing a Continuous Improvement culture. You'll assess, prioritize, and execute lean management projects that support our business goals. Your work will involve both hands-on project management and strategic coaching, playing a crucial role in impacting our organization’s success.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in one of the fields is required:
• Engineering (Mechanical or Industrial is preferred)
• Science
• Technology
• Other related fields
• Ability to practice problem-solving, analytical thinking, organization, project management, and be action-orientated is needed

Nice To Haves

• Certifications for Lean methodology and/or technical training is helpful
• Relevant experience in Manufacturing or Engineering is helpful
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, work instructions, and technical specifications is helpful
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills are helpful

Responsibilities

• Lean Manufacturing: Collaborate with leaders to eliminate waste, reduce costs, and improve productivity. Drive process improvements for both daily operations and future state visions
• Process Simplification: Manage organizational change by simplifying processes and frameworks, aligning improvements with business objectives
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and correct issues impacting safety, quality, volume, cost, and morale. Lead short and long-term improvement strategies
• Lean Culture: Promote a culture based on the Shingo model while supporting standardization, visual management, and Lean events
• Training & Development: Provide training on Lean methodologies, problem-solving, technical skills, and other technical trainings required for process excellence. Act as a change agent to remove barriers to continuous improvement
• Data-Driven Approach: Establish and achieve quantifiable Lean goals using metrics to link projects to strategic objectives. Ensure results are significant, measurable, and sustainable

Benefits

• 401K company match + additional annual contribution equal to 4%25 of eligible compensation
• Education assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, compensated at the start of the semester
• Flight training bonus program for earning pilot certifications
• Fertility and adoption assistance, along with discounted childcare and planning
• Free financial consultations and guidance
• Access to the Textron Aviation Plane Wellness and Pharmacy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level