Lean Practitioner (Process Improvement)

The Boeing Company; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration. This exciting role as a Business Improvement Specialist offers the chance to lead and support various improvement initiatives across training services and supply chains. With a focus on Lean methodologies, you will influence cross-functional teams and drive projects that enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. The role promises professional growth in a supportive environment, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact. If you're passionate about process improvement and coaching, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution

Company paid BUPA Medical Plan

23 days plus UK public holidays

Learning Together Programme

Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options

Access to Well Being Programs

100% pay for the first 26 weeks of sickness

66.67% of annual salary from 27th week of long-term sickness

6x annual salary life insurance

Qualifications

• Experienced in Lean/Process Improvement methodologies.
• Proven leadership in developing High Performance Work Teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage improvement/change initiatives and align with stakeholders.
• Provide training and coaching in Lean methodologies.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Lean Methodologies

Coaching and Mentoring

Facilitation Skills

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Business or Engineering

Tools

Value Stream Mapping

DMAIC

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Introduction

Boeing’s continued success and growth in the UK is built on the philosophy of World Class Productivity and Quality the company approach to Continuous Improvement. This exciting role will primarily support our Global Training and Professional Services Business and will combine Facilitation, Coaching, Training and Developing Employees, Project Management, and Project Delivery.

The role

Joining a successful Business Improvement Team this position will support a range of Improvement / Change Initiatives working alongside other internal Business Partners as well as collaborating with customers and suppliers as and when appropriate.

As an experienced and qualified Business Improvement Specialist in Lean / Process Improvement methodologies you will apply leadership and influence to drive a range of initiatives and projects crossing into training services, maintenance, supply chain, and customer experience to deliver business benefits in safety, quality, time and cost. Expertise in facilitating workshops, conducting independent investigations, providing leadership in cost reduction and process improvement will be a core responsibility. The ability to coach, train and develop employees in the application of Lean and other process improvement methodologies will also form a core element of the role. This is an on-site role based at the Training Campus in Crawley. There may also be a requirement to travel to other locations to meet with customers (15%).

Responsibilities

• Building implementation plans and maintaining alignment of Business Improvement Priorities with relevant Senior Stakeholders
• Project and Initiative Management, reporting, recording and presenting updates and outcomes of improvement / change activities
• Working closely with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders to develop and deliver opportunities for improvements both at the strategic level and tactical level
• Providing subject matter expertise in lean / process Improvement methodologies which includes developing and maintaining training and best practice materials.
• Providing training, coaching and mentoring in accordance with company standards to develop Employee Involvement Teams across multiple disciplines
• Assisting employee teams including suppliers to develop metrics that support process improvements in safety, quality, productivity and time

Skills

• Excellent stakeholder management skills with leadership experience to influence and inspire cross functional teams at all levels
• Project Management and Governance, financial and commercial awareness with the ability to develop business cases to support improvement / change initiatives
• Proven trainer, coach and mentor in the development of High Performance Work Teams
• Strong facilitator with ability to work and influence in a matrix structure
• Experienced in leading and organising improvement activities from 1 Day Kaizen events to 5 Day detailed process improvement events
• Ability to work in a high performing and demanding environment
• Proven leadership in a range of industry tools that include Value Stream Mapping, Structured Problem Solving and Project Management
• Developing training courses and materials that support the ongoing professional development of employees in Lean / Process Improvement methods and tools
• Creating and analysing data using industry leading practices that include DMAIC, graphical visualisation and translation of data into actionable information
• Flexibility to work out of hours where necessary to cover international conference calls and work commitments

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
• Continuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
• Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
• Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
• Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
• 6x annual salary life insurance
• Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 16, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.