Loop Leader

Moog•Buffalo, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work. Moog’s Space & Defense Group - Western New York Propulsion Systems is a highly technical production and development business specializing in in-space propulsion and missile defense systems. The business is rapidly growing and has strong opportunities for professional development. Our business is deeply committed to Operational Excellence, with a relentless focus on achieving 100% quality and 100% on-time delivery. Every person, every day, is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of quality. We are currently seeking a Loop Leader. Within the framework of a value stream organization, you will be responsible for the tactical execution of Value Stream Improvement Plans and activities that are critical for the on-time delivery of quality products to our customers. Your role spans across production areas within the facility and at external suppliers, is a connection point for upstream and downstream processes, and coordinates priorities and product flow within defined loop(s). You will report directly to a Value Stream Manager and enjoy an on-site, collaborative working environment in East Aurora, New York.

Requirements

Bachelors degree with three (3) years in a production or manufacturing environment; or equivalent degree and relevant experience may be considered
Advanced knowledge/experience in machining, assembly and test and/or production processes.
Understands end-to-end process flow and impact to metrics
Management of department based tactical execution, including aligning and balancing of resources
Solid foundation of lean infrastructure knowledge and leadership - models the way for others in the work area
Develops structured problem-solving methodology (A3, 5 Why, 8D, Production Pareto, and RC/CA) to approach issues and develop solutions with a continual improvement mindset.
Facilitates / influences group together to solve a problem, starting to use structure (methodology) - leading to consistent results
Recognize and escalate when effort is stalling
Has ability to facilitate / influence discussions with peers within Loop and value stream teams driving towards consensus
Gains commitment to agreed upon action plans and follow-up to commitments within the organization
Proven skills in verbal and written communication, relationship building
Experience with leading and coaching peers and/or colleagues
Experience with successfully facilitate team meetings
Demonstrated ability to act as a change agent
Has ability to influence business partners

Responsibilities

Executes on the value stream activities based on defined Value Stream Improvement Plans and/or related activities.
Successful execution of activities are key for on-time delivery of quality products within the assigned loops.
Coordination of priorities and product flow between loop upstream and downstream processes.
Escalates and helps to resolve issues between upstream and downstream processes.
Manages schedule adherence within the loop(s).
Facilitates and attends the appropriate Tier meeting(s) within the loop.
Active participant in team based Lean events in assigned loop(s).
Develops and adheres to individual Leader Standard Work
Supports additional Value Stream or customer focused activities as required

Benefits

great compensation package
annual profit sharing
matching 401k
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Flexible Spending
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible paid time off
holidays
parental leave program
relocation assistance
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”)
other supplemental benefit coverages
Tuition Assistance
mentorship and coaching opportunities
leadership development
other personal growth programs
Inclusive culture rooted in our values
Employee Resource Groups
team-building activities