Frontline Leader Program Facilitator

Woodward, Inc. • IL

67d • $105,000 - $168,000

About The Position

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Estimated annual base pay: $105,000.00(minimum) - $136,000.00(midpoint) - $168,000.00(maximum) All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.

Requirements

• Demonstrates proficiency with the Woodward Production System (WPS).
• Strong understanding of coaching principles and the ability to mentor leaders at all levels.
• Strong knowledge of the structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., A3, PDCA, root cause analysis).
• Ability to facilitate training, improvement workshops and Kaizen activities with a diverse group of participants effectively.
• Ability to work effectively with leaders across functions, fostering trust and alignment.
• Ability to implement key business objective deliverables (SQDC).
• Strong knowledge of 5S, Visual Management, Standardized Work, Daily Management Systems, Flow / Pull, Value Stream Mapping and Improvements through Kaizen methodology.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport with employees at all levels.
• Foster an atmosphere where employees feel safe to surface problems, test ideas, and learn from failures.
• Ability to work with teams to implement and standardize improved processes, ensuring sustainability and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Coach the deployment and maturity of the Woodward Production System for the Site(s).
• Manage scheduling, materials, and communication to ensure seamless program delivery and positive participant experience.
• Serve as a role model and advocate for a culture where employees at all levels embrace problem-solving as a daily practice.
• Provide training, tools, and guidance to help leaders become effective coaches who empower their teams while supporting their personal growth and development.
• Ensure follow-up process at site(s) supports participants post-graduation learning, with process adherence, and coaching.
• Build relationships with site leaders and other stakeholders to support program success.

Benefits

• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts, Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees