Operational Excellence Senior Lead (Onsite)

RTXFoley, AL
$132,400 - $251,600Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace is looking to hire an Operations Excellence Senior Lead for the MRO site in Foley facility. This role reports directly to the General Manager and carries operational and strategic responsibility, playing a key role in driving the growth and success of the organization. The company is the world's largest aerospace and defense company, with 185,000 employees united by a purpose to solve complex problems and make a difference. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions for the aerospace and defense industry.

Requirements

  • University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience.
  • Knowledge of aerospace structures.
  • Strong background in operations within an aerospace environment.
  • Strong background involvement in continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen).

Nice To Haves

  • Experience working in an aerospace MRO (Maintenance Repair and Overhaul) environment.
  • Experience working in engineering within an aerospace environment.
  • Experience with nacelle or composite structures and related repair processes.
  • Experience interacting with customers.
  • Experience presenting in group settings and communicating across organizational levels.
  • Familiarity with regional cultural norms and working across different countries.
  • Experience managing Profit & Loss statements.
  • Experience communication and collaborate across all functions of the business and local teams.
  • Experience promoting culture of accountability.

Responsibilities

  • Champion a culture of customer excellence, ensuring all deliverables meet or exceed expectations in quality, delivery, and responsiveness.
  • Define and deploy CORE Operating System throughout the business.
  • Coordinate and facilitate events.
  • Manage processes and/or improvement methodologies to support operational performance.
  • Coach change leaders to drive process improvements.
  • Oversee internal/external continuous improvement certifications.
  • Develop and deploy KPIs (DIH, Margin, Sales, COPQ) to improve efficiency.
  • Drive Tier review process meetings (inc. MROLife).
  • Act as Chief of Staff to the Senior Leader Team to ensure effectiveness of Control Tower, Macro plan, Risk Register, CIR (Continuous Improvement Roadmap), and QPR (Quarterly Progress Review) pack development.
  • Manage 5S calibration cycle.
  • Develop and deploy site communication strategies for IATAI Items of Interest, Weekly Operations/Support team reviews, and All Ups.
  • Develop and deploy digital strategies for the site.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
  • Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Student Loan Repayment Program
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Optional coverages: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
  • Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
  • Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Autism Benefit
  • Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
  • Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
  • Relocation assistance (may be eligible)
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