Continuous Improvement Lead

Job description

Continuous Improvement Lead

Job details

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Cabin designs, certifies, manufactures and supports innovative aircraft cabin interiors, equipment and systems, providing airlines and OEM Customers with distinctive aircraft branding, and their passengers with a safe, comfortable and enjoyable flying experience.

Reference number

2026-169834

Job details

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Continuous improvement - Performance improvment management

Job title

Continuous Improvement Lead

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Supervisory staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Lead and drive the progress plan and performance improvement network of the entity.

Lead major improvement projects contributing to enhance the performance of the organization.

Promotes continuous improvement mindset and coach/train on Lean-Sigma methodologies.

Summary of Responsibilities:

To implement the structure of the project management.

To identify the need of resources and negotiate their provision with the sponsor.

To Identify & implement ambitious improvement projects using methods such as Lean Sigma

To drive the project in incorporating its change management

To support and coach project pilots for Green Belt projects and develop their skills.

To train employees and facilitate use of Lean-Sigma Methodologies such as 5S, QRQC, Participative innovation etc.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

Computer Skills: Proficiency in the use of common software packages including MS Office suite - Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint

Spoken and written communication skills in French and English are required.

Knowledge of project management and risks management.

Knowledge of leverages of changes in complex organizations and solve difficult problems in complex situations.

Knowledge of the Lean Sigma tools and methods – Minimum of Green Belt Certification or Black Belt Preferred

Skills in working across diverse and multidisciplinary teams.

Candidate skills & requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business/Operations.

Experience: 2-3 years of experience in Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Supply

Chain; Customer Services; Production; Quality; Engineering; Information Technology; Logistics or Planning.

Job location

Job location

North America, Mexico, Chihuahua

City (-ies)

Avenida Central y Avenida Tabalaopa 8903 Parque Industrial 31385 BC Mexico Chihuahua

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years

Additional Languages preferred

· 
English (Bilingual)

· 
Spanish (Mother tongue)