Continuous Improvement Leader
About The Position
Moog's Murphy, North Carolina facility manufactures precision motion control components and systems for Data Center Cooling and industrial and medical applications. The Continuous Improvement Leader will drive organizational development and continuous improvement at this onsite manufacturing location, applying Lean Six Sigma methods to improve business and manufacturing processes. The role works with leadership and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, translate strategic goals into actionable plans, facilitate improvement activities, and train staff. It has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but it influences and guides continuous improvement personnel. The position reports to the Site Manager and requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- Five years of experience using and implementing continuous improvement tools and leading Kaizen events.
- Demonstrated experience delivering workforce training and driving Lean transformation initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
Nice To Haves
- Lean Six Sigma experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
- Ability to use statistical evaluation techniques, process capability analysis, and performance metrics to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead and apply Lean Six Sigma principles to improve business and manufacturing processes.
- Coordinate and facilitate improvement activities.
- Convert strategic goals into actionable Lean Six Sigma plans.
- Collaborate with leadership to identify opportunities, execute plans, and achieve goals.
- Train staff and lead or support Lean events and improvement projects.
- Develop and standardize continuous improvement tools, processes, and metrics.
- Support teams in identifying and implementing area improvements.
- Lead Lean Six Sigma activities with cross-functional groups and stay current on continuous improvement and Six Sigma methods.
- Create and track annual improvement plans.
- Optimize site operations, including 5S, material flow, and Kanbans, to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals.
- Improve business processes across the organization.
- Identify and solve problems to reduce costs.
- Develop daily improvement systems and tools.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Great compensation package and bonus opportunities.
- Matching 401(k).
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan participation at select locations.
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
- Flexible paid time off and holidays.
- Parental leave program.
- Relocation assistance.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, Employee Assistance Plan, and other supplemental benefit coverage.
- Tuition assistance, mentorship and coaching, leadership development, and personal growth programs.
- Employee Resource Groups and an inclusive, respectful workplace.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
