KPO /Operational Excellence Technician

Pursuit Aerospace • Plainville, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Continuous Improvement Technician supports the Kaizen Promotion Office by performing hands-on shop floor Kaizen activities and a variety of Lean-focused tasks. This role helps drive a safe, efficient and effective Lean operation through our Pursuit Production System model.

Location: Plainville, CT - This position is 100% on site, Monday through Friday with overtime available (1st shift: 7:00am-3:30pm).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with demonstrated success in Kaizen and Continuous Improvement.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience with SolidWorks and Bambu Studio or other 3D printing software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Works with all functional departments and responds to continuous improvement requests.
• Manages independent improvement projects as assigned
• Supports Supervisors, Team Leaders and Associates in applying Lean principles.
• Assists in developing Work Instructions, Daily Management tools, 6 Sigma materials and TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) documents.
• Assists in designing and fabricating fixtures and equipment using Creform tubing and other materials.
• Contributes to the completion of Kaizen Newspaper action items.

Benefits

• Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED