WBS Coach III

Woodward L'Orange•Fort Collins, CO

14d•$105,000 - $168,000

About The Position

The WBS Coach III is a key driver of continuous improvement across the organization, leading Lean initiatives that enhance efficiency, eliminate waste, and build team capability. This role partners closely with teams and leaders to implement Lean tools, facilitate problem‑solving, optimize processes, and sustain improvements. The coach serves as a teacher, mentor, and change leader, helping the organization strengthen its Lean culture and operational excellence.

Requirements

Lean Tools knowledge: Deep knowledge of Lean methodologies, including Standardized Work, Daily Management Systems, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, PDCA, Kaizen, Kanban, and visual management.
Problem-Solving Mastery: Proficiency in structured problem-solving approaches such as A3 thinking, root cause analysis, and countermeasure development.
Data Analysis: Ability to analyze data and metrics to identify trends, measure progress, and prioritize improvement opportunities.
Project Management: Strong skills in planning, organizing, and executing Lean initiatives and cross-functional teams.
Coaching Expertise: Proven ability to coach individuals and teams, developing leadership capabilities and fostering a culture of accountability and ownership.
Change Management: Experience in leading organizational change, overcoming resistance, and driving cultural transformation.
Communication Skills: Clear and effective communication skills to articulate Lean principles, engage stakeholders, and deliver training.
Influencing and Facilitation: Ability to inspire and influence leaders and teams to adopt Lean practices and facilitate productive discussions during Lean events.
Empathy and Emotional Intelligence: Strong interpersonal skills to build trust, foster collaboration, and connect with employees at all levels.
Continuous Learning: Commitment to staying current with Lean practices and methodologies and continuously improving coaching skills.

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience coaching teams and leaders in Lean, continuous improvement, or operational excellence environments.

Responsibilities

Implement Lean Tools: Lead initiatives that utilize Lean tools such as 5S, Value Stream Mapping, PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act), Standardized Work, Flow / Pull, and visual management systems.
Support Problem-Solving: Facilitate kaizen events and structured problem-solving sessions using methodologies such as root cause analysis, A3 reports, and countermeasure development.
Optimize Processes: Work with teams to identify and eliminate non-value-added activities and improve workflows, reducing lead times and increasing efficiency.
Sustain Lean Improvements: Ensure that improvements are standardized, documented, and sustained over time, fostering continuous improvement and refinement.
Deliver Lean Training: Design and deliver Lean training programs to employees at all levels of the organization, ensuring understanding and adoption of Lean principles.

Benefits

Estimated annual base pay: $105,000 (minimum) - $136,000 (midpoint) - $168,000(maximum)
All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
Paid parental leave.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave