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Lean Transformation:

• Lead lean transformations within manufacturing cells to improve process quality and create capacity by reducing cycle time, inventory, and waste
• Establish site lean standards for visual management, 5S, daily management, etc. and train/implement as employees and cells move to the new site
• Be a champion of Kaizen that impacts product flow, production to TAKT, and inventory turns
• Teach, promote, and practice the lean principles and tools
• Lead Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen events to identify process wastes and to develop and implement corrective actions
• Create Standardized Work Instructions, layouts, and process flow diagrams
• Facilitate functional managers in establishing process flow by implementing visual management tools and methods to pull product through the work cells
• Apply Lean Six Sigma tools to improve process capability and eliminate defects
• Coach teams using the PSR format through the define, analyze, root cause, and countermeasure phases.

Lean Culture:

• Facilitate, train, and coach team members in the use of the GE Aviation Production system, Lean, and Problem-solving tools
• Educate, coach, and mentor others on Lean philosophy and application
• Lead the site’s hourly Lean Coordinator program
• Assist with the development and implementation of the Lean Training Matrix
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with supply chain partners to achieve goals and results
• Identify potential process improvement projects and execute on areas of opportunities to support plants and product groups in supporting their customer(s)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree accredited college or university AND a Minimum of 3 years of lean manufacturing experience. 
• OR a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 7 years of experience in lean manufacturing experience.

Desired Experience and Characteristics

• Experience working in manufacturing, specifically in a shop floor environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to influence others and lead teams
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously
• Effective problem identification and solution skills
• Proven analytical and organizational ability
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma / equivalent Quality, and Operational Excellence
• Experience with TPM & Kaizen Methods
• Experience with Lean Transformation, Lean Implementation and Change Management
• Experience with Lean Tools – 5s, Kanban, Setup reduction, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping
• Experience with Cycle-Time Improvement
• Experience with Loss and Waste Elimination
• Experience working in or implementing Toyota Production System, GE Aviation Production System, or comparable Continuous Improvement methodology
• Experience training others in principles of Lean methodology
• Ability to motivate teams and lead change at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Passion / obsession for driving improvement
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong facilitation and organization skills
• Six Sigma Green / Black belt certification or equivalent quality certification
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn​
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively​
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed ​
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborator
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

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