Lean Specialist I - Interiors

Embraer • Melbourne, FL

2d

About The Position

Provides P3E consultation and support to the Embraer Executive Aircraft Production facility. Serves as the Continuous Improvement Agent, coordinating and facilitating strategic decisions and acting as the liaison between the P3E Central Committee and the Production operation across both the Phenom and Legacy lines.

The role supports implementation and execution of P3E deliverables, improvement projects, process-flow coordination, KPI calculation, and problem-solving activities. It works with production cells, leaders, supervisors, managers, and other participants to monitor improvement plans, evaluate Kaizen results, identify roadblocks, and support training and presentations. The position also participates in internal competitions, year-end awards, and ceremonies.

Employees are expected to work safely and professionally in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, uphold company values and policies, incorporate Lean and P3E concepts into daily activities, continually improve processes, protect confidential information, and satisfy work schedule requirements. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Prefer three or more years of experience in corporate quality management system activities, organization and methods systems analysis, organizational development, and process workflow analysis; aviation industry experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Lean practices and methods, aligned with Embraer values.
• Ability to engage in teamwork activities based on Embraer values.
• Ability to foster a dynamic climate between cells so they can see best practices and values in action.
• Ability to influence people in pursuit of continuous improvement.
• Ability to identify training needs to address gaps in the training matrix.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, ISO 18001, ISO 14000, ISO 9001 methodologies, and DMAIC philosophies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other computer-related skills.
• Ability to work safely and professionally while adhering to OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Green Belt Certification.
• Experience in the aviation industry.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate internal and external customer relations.
• Coordinate strategies to exceed customer expectations.
• Coordinate implementation and execution of key P3E deliverables for each qualification level.
• Support improvement project planning, including Kaizen, Yokoten, Project Charting, Lean Green Belt projects involving probabilistic data, and DMAIC action deployment for more complex issues and data analysis.
• Coordinate process flows based on services and products in NAC Value Stream Maps, with support from P3E Cell Agents and supervisors and/or managers.
• Periodically follow up with EEA leaders and other participants on Kaizen results to evaluate effectiveness and efficiency.
• Calculate monthly KPIs.
• Support Production unit P3E cells in conducting and/or submitting QCPCs and Quality Clinics.
• Support the Production facility in Global Kaizens and/or Global P3E Committees.
• Use required tools to help solve problems involving P3E program processes.
• Obtain continuous feedback from teams in each Production cell to identify roadblocks, concerns, and issues requiring rapid resolution.
• Hold periodic meetings regarding Action Plans.
• Participate actively in internal competition and year-end awards and ceremonies.
• Support training of cell members in Kaizen and Yokoten programs.
• Provide feedback on A3 forms originating from Production unit cells.
• Participate in and assist Production unit cell leaders with monitoring the evolution of PA and improvement plans.
• Assist with conducting and supporting presentations about improvement plans and programs.
• Work safely and professionally in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Incorporate Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities and strive for continuous improvement.
• Protect confidential and proprietary documents and information, comply with company policies and procedures, and satisfy work schedule requirements.

What This Job Offers

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