Director Continuous Improvement & Learning and Development

Cirrus Aircraft-posted 3 months ago

Full-time • Senior

Duluth, MN

1,001-5,000 employees

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

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The Director of Continuous Improvement and Learning & Development for Innovation and Operations is responsible for shaping and executing the strategic vision for Continuous Improvement and Learning & Development initiatives at Cirrus. This role is pivotal in cultivating a high-performance, lean-driven, and innovation-focused culture that drives operational excellence and sustainable growth. Blending process optimization with people development, the Director will lead cross-functional efforts to enhance efficiency, elevate customer value, and strengthen employee engagement, leadership capability, technical training, and talent development across the organization. This individual will be the architect and steward of Cirrus's Lean Roadmap, guiding teams at all levels through their Lean journey and ensuring improvement efforts are closely aligned with business objectives. By championing a mindset of continuous learning and performance improvement, the Director will integrate targeted learning and development strategies that empower employees, build organizational capability, and support the agility and long-term success of the company.

Inspire and challenge stakeholders to seize opportunities for process improvements that enhance organizational effectiveness.
Guide teams, managers, and employees in identifying, defining, and executing continuous improvement activities that support key initiatives and drive impactful results.
Oversee annual continuous improvement targets, conducting external research and benchmarking to ensure strategies and execution models deliver industry-leading results.
Provide leadership and guidance in cross-functional problem-solving to improve quality, reduce costs, shorten cycle times, and eliminate waste.
Define clear Lean project goals that are measurable, sustainable, and aligned with operational excellence objectives.
Champion Lean principles across the organization by creating and executing a strategy that raises awareness and fosters commitment to Lean at all levels.
Lead and facilitate Kaizen (Rapid Improvement) events, and mentor/coach Kaizen team leaders for effective execution.
Lead enterprise-wide continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
Define clear annual objectives, actionable plans, resources, and metrics of success to track performance and achievement.
Manage budgets effectively, ensuring continuous improvement initiatives are delivered within budget and timeline.
Design and execute a comprehensive learning and development strategy aligned with business goals and workforce needs.
Lead the creation and delivery of technical skills, compliance, and soft skills training programs.
Implement modern learning technologies, platforms, and blended learning solutions (e.g., eLearning, microlearning, LMS).
Assess training effectiveness, learning transfer, and ROI through data analysis and feedback mechanisms.
Build a strong learning culture that supports continuous personal and professional growth.
Design and implement programs to build leadership competencies in continuous improvement methodologies, ensuring sustainability and growth.
Direct Cirrus University technical resources such as the learning management system, compliance tracking, onboarding courses, area specific training plans.
Lead the creation of courses, virtual and in-person trainings, and train-the-trainer programs.
Facilitate learning and lead strategy of training and/or messaging to support team members through challenging or unprecedented times/situations such as production rate changes.
Partner with Learning Leaders across the Enterprise to align with learning systems and processes that standardize learning.
Coordinate with industry experts and subject matter experts to create and deliver learning strategies that meet organizational needs.
Support the onboarding and training of new team members, ensuring they are equipped to contribute to the organization's Lean and continuous improvement goals.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Organizational Development, or related field (Master's preferred).
+15 years of experience in continuous improvement, learning and development, or related leadership roles.
Proven success implementing Lean methodologies and leading organizational change initiatives.
Strong expertise in adult learning principles, instructional design, and talent development.
Experience aligning operational improvements with strategic goals and customer value.
Excellent leadership, communication, and facilitation skills.
Certification in Lean, Six Sigma (Black Belt or higher), or equivalent preferred.
Proven project management skills.
Comfortable interacting with all levels of management including top level executives.
Accomplished presenter able to deliver succinct messages, enroll & garner commitment from senior leaders across the company in both formal and informal settings, and engage participants in development efforts.
Coaching skills and strong personal influence style.
Demonstrated ability to build constructive, collaborative business relationships across cultures and organization levels.

401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
Generous PTO: 200 hours accrued within the first year.
Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.

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