Aerospace Lean Improvement Lead

LMI Finishing, Inc.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonaca North America seeks a Lean Manufacturing Specialist to drive continuous improvement across our facility, applying Lean and Lean Six Sigma to enhance process capability, reduce waste, and ensure on-time delivery of aerospace components. The role involves leading improvement events, developing standard work, coaching teams, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to sustain long-term gains.

Requires 3–5 years in manufacturing (aerospace preferred), a four-year degree, strong Excel,

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of Mass Production vs. Lean Production concepts and pull systems.
• Ability to determine Root Cause and countermeasures to prevent recurrence.
• Knowledge of Value Stream Mapping and material flow to customers.

Responsibilities

• Leads, co-leads, facilitate or participates in Continuous Improvement events with results.
• Contributes to the development and maintenance of Standard Work documentation.
• Performs analysis of cost reduction, quality improvement and improved productivity.
• Utilizes Kaizen or Lean Manufacturing tools, techniques, and principles to enhance procedures.
• Acts as a resource for manufacturing and administrative support areas with guidance on process improvement.
• Coaches and educates on lean manufacturing principles for continuous improvement and production personnel.
• Advises leaders on inventory, WIP, material flow and performance.
• Assists in training, data gathering and analysis.
• Applies Lean Six Sigma tools to improve process capability and eliminate defects.
• Monitors Lean initiatives for implementation and sustainability.
• Tracks performance and implements corrective actions with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Lean manufacturing knowledge

Root cause analysis

Value stream mapping

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing or related field

Tools

Excel

Value Stream Mapping Software

Job description

Sonaca North America seeks a Lean Manufacturing Specialist to drive continuous improvement across our facility, applying Lean and Lean Six Sigma to enhance process capability, reduce waste, and ensure on-time delivery of aerospace components. The role involves leading improvement events, developing standard work, coaching teams, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to sustain long-term gains.

Requires 3–5 years in manufacturing (aerospace preferred), a four-year degree, strong Excel,