Operational Excellence Engineer

PPG Industries

3d•$100,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an Aerospace Operational Excellence Engineer to support PPG's Aerospace Business. This role partners with cross-functional teams to align performance goals with business strategy, implement proven CI methodologies, and deliver measurable improvements in efficiency, quality, and engagement. Through both strategic focus and hands-on involvement, this position plays a key role in embedding a culture of operational excellence across the organization. This is an onsite position located in Sylmar, California.

Requirements

Only US Citizens, Green card holders, political asylees, or refugees are eligible to apply
5 years+ proven experience with LSS/Continuous Improvement experience required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, supply chain, or related field preferred
Manufacturing experience preferred
Strong knowledge of Lean Six Sigma
BlackBelt certified is preferred

Responsibilities

Assess and deploy CI development plans and set goals responsibilities.
Define, maintain and align KPI targets with site business strategy.
Work with leaders, engineers, and operators to coach/mentor CI methodologies.
Ensure the instruction and use of key best practices (e.g., LSS, kaizen, DMAIC, GB/YB, 5S, value stream mapping).
Aid Operators to drive improvement in manufacturing efficiencies using best practice CI tools/techniques.
Align with Quality Assurance to deliver robust and cost-effective end-to-end processes.
Hands-on involvement in the job to promote engagement through all levels.
Assure the site adopts and embed the defined best practices as defined within the framework.
Analyze Strategic Goals to establish potential projects that contribute to tangible results across multiple value streams
Support the facilities in culture change, main goals, and engagement through continuous improvement activities.