Lean Practitioner (Process Improvement)

Boeing•Everett, WA

5d•$102,850 - $139,150•Onsite

About The Position

Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is seeking a Career (Level 3) Lean Practitioner to join our Lean Manufacturing Office team in Everett, Washington. This role supports operating areas in achieving business objectives through the implementation of production system standards, driving business process improvements, and applying best practices. The candidate will lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary product teams to plan, solve complex problems, make decisions, and manage risks, ensuring alignment with technical, quality, cost, and schedule targets. While the primary focus is on Everett, Washington, support may be required in other regional areas. The role involves training others in continuous improvement tools and principles, updating training materials, and leading Lean-certified process improvement initiatives. Additionally, the candidate will support advanced continuous improvement techniques, contribute to strategy development, and conduct Beta testing of new tools. Boeing is committed to providing equal opportunity for growth in a stable work environment, fostering creativity, innovation, and diversity to drive a positive culture through transparency, safety, quality, and respect. Employees are encouraged to seek, speak, and listen within the organization and share externally with customers to build balanced work relationships.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in using LEAN Manufacturing and/or Continuous Improvement practices and tools in the workplace
3+ years of experience teaching Lean+ tools and concepts
3+ years of experience leading a cross-functional team
Proficiency and experience working with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Knowledge of company policies/procedures for safety EHS OSHA

Nice To Haves

10 years of combined relevant experience including education
3+ years of experience in Aerospace, Fabrication, or manufacturing environment
6+ years of experience using Lean Principles and/or Continuous Improvement practices and tools in the workplace (e.g. Problem solving, Kaizen workshops, 3p, Value Steam mapping, Process mapping, 5s)
6+ years of experience working in cross-functional teams
6+ years of experience with coaching and facilitating training
Willing and able to work a variable shift (primarily 1st shift)
Willing and able to travel domestically, potential international travel – confirm with hiring manager

Responsibilities

Guiding the practical application and integration of Boeing Production System (BPS) implementation across Boeing Commercial Airplanes
Working with all levels of the organization to identify risks, assist and develop integrated deployment strategies that improve the production system, and assist with the implementation of these targets
Promoting a continuous improvement and problem-solving culture
Leading and facilitating complex and highly visible process improvement efforts
Instructing and coaching others in continuous improvement principles and tools, including facilitation of Accelerated Improvement Workshops, Value Stream Mapping, 3P, or Autonomous Maintenance Workshop
Creating enhancements to existing improvement tools; developing and updating instructional materials
Supporting, coaching and partnering with the manufacturing team to implement, grow, and sustain the Daily Management structure and cadence
Mentoring future instructors and less experienced practitioners
Supporting the development and deployment of new BPS tools
Participating in or leading maturity evaluation and assessment activities
Reflecting on LMO (Lean Manufacturing Operation) processes and BPS standards to systematically solve problems and continuously improve