Lean Practitioner

Boeing•Everett, WA

3d•$79,900 - $128,800•Onsite

About The Position

Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is seeking highly motivated, lean-focused, and passionate problem solvers to join the BCA Lean Manufacturing team as Lean Practitioner Level 2 or 3 across the Everett, Washington site. In this role, you will drive continuous improvement and operational excellence by implementing lean initiatives that eliminate waste, enhance quality, and reduce process flow times. Your work will directly contribute to achieving production rate increases while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.

Requirements

3+ years applying Lean principles, processes, and tools
3+ years working with cross-functional teams
1+ years of Aerospace, Fabrication, or Manufacturing experience
Ability to take initiative within work assignments and scope
Familiarity with Boeing Production System (BPS)
Experience coaching team members and leaders in an operations environment
Developing communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Project management experience
Must be willing to work any shift as assigned for specific workshops or projects

Nice To Haves

5+ years applying Lean principles
5+ working with cross-functional teams
3+ years Aerospace, Fabrication, or Manufacturing experience
Proven experience in lean process improvement workshops and projects
Ability to coach, teach, and influence others
Extensive knowledge of Boeing Production System (BPS) with ability to teach and apply standards
Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

Promote a culture of continuous improvement and systematic problem-solving.
Support or lead continuous improvement workshops.
Manage or support lean activities including project management, data collection, information gathering, and reporting.
Understand and apply Boeing Production System (BPS) standards, including internal processes.
Maintain a personal development plan to grow lean skills.
Assist with instruction in improvement tools, principles, and basic Lean modules.
Actively work on personal development to advance Lean skills
Apply systematic problem-solving techniques and assist experienced Lean Practitioners and teams.
Support or co-facilitate Lean workshops.
Assist with project management tasks such as data collection and reporting.
Work under guidance and direction, taking initiative within assigned scope.
Coach, lead, and partner with manufacturing, functional support, and management on problem-solving activities at the minimum up to senior leader level.
Lead or facilitate Lean workshops such as Accelerated Improvement Workshops (AIW), Value Stream Mapping (VSM), 3P, and Autonomous Maintenance Workshops (AMW).
Lead project management activities and drive lean process improvement projects.
Apply and teach BPS standards to others.
Demonstrate influence across cross-functional teams.