Lean Practitioner (Process Improvement)

Boeing • Everett, WA

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About The Position

Lean Practitioner (Process Improvement) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is seeking Career (Level 3) to join our Lean Manufacturing Office team in Everett, Washington. The successful candidate will support operating areas in achieving their business objectives by implementing production system standards, driving business process improvements, and applying best practices. This role involves leading and coordinating multi-disciplinary product teams to plan, solve complex problems, make decisions, and manage risks, ensuring that technical, quality, cost, and schedule targets align with current and future program requirements. While the primary focus will be on one of the specified locations, the candidate may also be called upon to provide support in other regional areas as needed. The candidate will also train others in continuous improvement tools and principles, assist in updating training materials, and lead Lean-certified process improvement initiatives. Additionally, they will support the application of advanced continuous improvement techniques, contribute to strategy development, and conduct Beta testing of new tools. We are committed to providing our team with equal opportunity for growth in a stable work environment. We encourage every teammate to feel empowered to bring their best through creativity, innovation, and diversity as this drives a positive culture through transparency, safety, quality, and respect. Above all, Employees will be provided with the opportunity to seek, speak, and listen within the organization which they are encouraged to share externally with each Boeing customer 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
• Ability to work a variable shift

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

Benefits

• Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed