Lean Specialist I - Interiors

Embraer•Melbourne, FL

About The Position

The Lean Specialist I provides P3E consultation and support to the Embraer Executive Aircraft Production facility. The role serves as a Continuous Improvement Agent, coordinating and facilitating strategic decisions and acting as liaison between the P3E Central Committee and the Production operation, including both Phenom and Legacy lines. The specialist supports the implementation and execution of P3E deliverables, improvement projects, process-flow coordination, performance tracking, and continuous-improvement activities. The position works with Production leaders, cell agents, supervisors, managers, and team members to identify and address roadblocks, evaluate results, support training, and advance improvement plans. The employee is expected to follow applicable safety and regulatory requirements, comply with company policies and values, incorporate Lean and P3E concepts into daily work, 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.
Ability to engage in teamwork activities based on Embraer values.
Ability to foster a dynamic environment between cells so they can observe best practices in applying company values.
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 applicable regulatory requirements.
Commitment to company values and compliance with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures.
Ability to satisfy work schedule requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Green Belt Certification preferred.
Aviation industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Facilitate internal and external customer relations and 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, data analysis, and DMAIC action deployment.
Coordinate process flows based on NAC Value Stream Maps with support from P3E Cell Agents and supervisors or managers.
Periodically follow up with EEA leaders and other participants on Kaizen results to evaluate effectiveness and efficiency.
Calculate monthly KPIs.
Support Production P3E cells in conducting or submitting QCPCs and Quality Clinics.
Support the Production facility in Global Kaizens and Global P3E Committees.
Use required tools to help solve problems related to P3E program processes.
Collect continuous feedback from teams in each Production cell to identify roadblocks, concerns, and issues requiring resolution.
Hold periodic meetings regarding action plans.
Participate in internal competitions 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.
Assist cell leaders in monitoring the evolution of PA and improvement plans.
Assist with presentations about improvement plans and programs.
Adhere to regulatory and safety requirements, including OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulations.
Incorporate Lean and P3E processes into daily activities and pursue continuous improvement.
Protect confidential and proprietary documents and information and comply with company policies and procedures.