Job Description Summary

Job Description

Role Summary:

The Lean Engineer performs the daily operations of plants to ensure reliability and consistency on the production line in service shop. Requires mastery of a body of theoretical knowledge. Requires developed and strong foundation of function skills and knowledge of relevant technologies.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Drive the understanding and application of FLIGHT DECK Lean principles and tools
• Connects the voice of the customer (VOC) to the targets to improve (TTI) and leader standard work (LSW)
• Works in cross functional teams both at the Genba (actual shop floor) and Obeya (great room)
• Engages in breakthrough initiatives such as transformation rhythms, shop strategy action planning reviews, and cell Tier 5 and the plant control Tier 4 operating rhythms
• Supports the continuous improvement of key process indicators (KPI) and the sustainment of standard work process improvements – both transactional and non-transactional
• Implements 5S & Visual Management standards and controls
• Works on complex solutions and implements new solutions utilizing both Lean and technology
• Leads kaizen problem solving events and oversees the implementation of future state value stream maps (VSM) and transformation plans to eliminate process constraints
• Facilitates, prioritizes, and owns an active pipeline of waste reduction projects, Shingijutsu kaizen events, and action plans for the McAllen site
• Coach, mentor, and train others in all Lean Six Sigma DMAIC concepts and tools
• Presents product / program strategies, Lean roadmaps, risks, and recommendations to Senior Leaders
• Defines processes, IT tools, trainings, systems, etc. to be used by the manufacturing community
• Specifies needs, communicates about project approach and presents outcomes of research done

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Manufacturing)
• Minimum of 3 years of engineering experience in Production Process and Equipment

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT:

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, nationals of the United States, asylees and refugees) due to access to export-controlled technology.

Must pass background and drug screens.

Desired Characteristics:

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams
• Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously
• Effective problem solving skills and Lean Six Sigma training / experience
• Proven analytical and organizational ability
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

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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