Job Overview
The Continuous Improvement Specialist coordinates, leads and directs the Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence efforts within AEVEX Tactical Systems prioritizing process improvement goals and strategies for AEVEX.
Essential Functions
· Participate in the AEVEX Tactical Systems Integrated Operations leadership team by assisting senior leaders and team leaders in the identification and elimination of waste and communicating ideas and opinions to the management team. |
· Perform business analysis, coordinate project planning and project execution |
· Evaluate the entire business scope from a broad view identifying opportunities for process improvement, waste removal and cost containment making the associated recommendations for change to senior leadership. |
· Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, including senior management, to gain buy-in and support for improvement projects. |
· Assist with leading change management efforts to ensure smooth implementation of new processes and systems. |
· Document new processes, procedures, and work instructions to ensure standardization. |
· Teach, lead, mentor, and coach continuous improvement teams of various sizes on business process improvements |
· Provide direction and help as needed to continuous improvement teams to meet commitments. |
· Drives continuous improvement and operational excellence both on the production floor as well as transactional processes collaborating with multiple functions including supply chain, program management and engineering. |
· Analyzes company processes and procedures investigating shortfalls, issues, and problems with current business processes developing process enhancement strategies |
· Role model appropriate behaviors (change leadership, communication, teamwork, mutual respect, etc.) required in developing and maintaining a positive work environment. |
· Perform other duties as assigned.
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Standard Essential Functions
- Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
- Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the companys policies and practices.
- Embodies AEVEXs cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.
Qualifications and Competencies
· Passion for Continuous Improvement |
· Quickly takes initiative, is driven to get things done, and positively responds to pressure |
· Proven experience working with and implementing continuous improvement / lean manufacturing principles: Value Stream Mapping, Visual Management, SMED, A3 problem solving, Kanban, Mistake-proofing, Standard Work, Kaizen, 5S, etc. |
· Strong understanding of single piece flow manufacturing, constraint management, line of balance, visual factory, problem identification and problems solving. |
· Keen ability for identifying manufacturing business process improvements and problems in organizational structures with a demonstrated history of identifying and implementing effective improvements |
· Strong strategic and analytical mindset. |
· Leadership and mentoring skills with the proven ability to drive organizational change |
· Ability to facilitate a team to a defined outcomes in a timely manner |
· Strong Project management skills (e.g. prioritize, plan, execute) |
· Microsoft experience required, specifically in Excel and Project |
· Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills and an ability to communicate with all levels of employees from upper management to production floor employees
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Education / Certifications
· Bachelors degree in engineering, business, operations, or equivalent combination of education and experience |
· Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred
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Experience
· Minimum five years experience in a manufacturing environment |
· Aerospace and Defense experience preferred |
· Toyota Production System training and application experience desired
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Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:
- Frequently required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment
- Occasionally required to stand for extended periods of time
- For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.
Security Clearance
- Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.
Disclaimer:
AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits.
About AEVEX Aerospace
AEVEX Aerospace, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The companys capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia, and Florida.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. We welcome candidates with diverse strengths, experiences, backgrounds, and capabilities, who share a passion for Empowering People to Make the World a Safer Place.
