Lean Leader

HANWHA AEROSPACE USA LLC•Cheshire, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lean Leader is responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing production processes, and fostering a culture of operational excellence across manufacturing and support functions. This role leads the implementation of Lean principles and methodologies to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement while ensuring compliance with aerospace industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Must be a “U.S. Person” as defined by the U.S. Government and able to work without restrictions with ITAR related data
Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Management, or other related field
High School Diploma or G.E.D in lieu of Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years experience
5+ years of experience

Nice To Haves

Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with all levels of the organization.
Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and standard business practices.
Ability to read, write, and understand English at a functional level.
Ability to travel 5-10% when required.

Responsibilities

Organizes and conducts 5S, Kaizen events, lean events, value stream mapping events, etc. as appropriate to assist in reducing waste and costs
Effectively communicates with all employees through visual factory concepts training sessions as well as written and oral communications
Works alongside production, engineering, quality, purchasing, and finance departments to reduce costs
Layout manufacturing cells, work areas, or entire facilities to enhance flow
Establishes goals and priorities in conjunction with functional leaders
Documents projects and presents summary to management and employees on a regular basis
Leads and coordinates efforts on key projects selected with management
Conducts training of employees at all levels of the organization on lean manufacturing principles
Interfaces with customers through continuous improvement activities (6 sigma program, lean manufacturing, lean enterprise, etc.)
Perform other related duties or responsibilities as requested or required.