Continuous Improvement Leader

Howmet Aerospace•Wichita Falls, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Continuous Improvement Leader position is located at the Howmet Wichita Falls facility and working in a close cross-functional team environment. The Continuous Improvement Leader will lead the organization’s continuous improvement initiative to increase efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction. Drive data-driven decision making, foster a culture of innovation and align improvement projects with business strategy.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Engineering, Business, or related field
2 years of experience in continuous improvement
Experience in manufacturing (aerospace environment is highly desirable)
Proven track record of leading successful improvement projects
Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status.
This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent (Black Belt Preferred)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder-management abilities
Project management proficiency (PMP or equivalent preferred)
Proficiency in improvement tools (Minitab, Minit, Tableau, etc.)
Results-orientated, proactive, and collaborative
Ability to influence and drive change across all levels

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the continuous improvement strategy aligned with corporate goals
Champion Lean Six Sigma, and other improvement methodologies across functions
Mentor and coach managers and employees in improvement practices
Prioritize and manage a portfolio of improvement projects
Define project scope, objectives, KPIs, and success metrics
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and achieve expected benefits
Collect and interpret operational data to identify improvement opportunities
Use statistical tools (DMAIC, control charts, root-cause analysis) to diagnose problems
Report findings and recommendations to senior leadership
Map and redesign processes to eliminate waste, reduce cycle time and improve quality
Implement process controls and standard operating procedures
Collaborate with IT to integrate improvement tools (e.g., Minitab, Minit, Tableau)
Design and execute change-management plans to ensure adoption of new processes
Communicate benefits, timelines and expectations to stakeholders
Monitor adoption and reinforce sustainable practices
Build a continuous improvement culture through training, workshops, and recognition programs