Aerospace Lean & Process Improvement Specialist

Spirit AeroSystems; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 64,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. (Spirit Defense) in Wichita is seeking a Lean/Continuous Improvement professional to lead manufacturing improvements. You will apply Lean tools, coach cross-functional teams, and drive kaizen events to deliver cost savings and performance gains.

Requirements include 5+ years in Lean manufacturing, strong communication with executives, and experience with SAP/ERP/MRP systems. The role is union-represented with a comprehensive Total Rewards package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related work experience in Lean manufacturing.
• Strong communication with executive leaders.
• Experience with SAP, ERP, MRP systems.
• Ability to balance multiple projects and lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide awareness, knowledge, guidance, and the application of Lean principles.
• Coach, train and mentor cross-functional teams in Lean tools (VSM, 6S, Kanban, etc.).
• Develop Lean Strategy/Plan and implement kaizen events.
• Engage workforce to achieve successful Lean implementation and cost savings.

Education

Bachelor's Degree OR equivalent experience

Six Sigma certification

PMP or PMI Certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

SAP

ERP

MRP

EXRP

Job description

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. (Spirit Defense) in Wichita is seeking a Lean/Continuous Improvement professional to lead manufacturing improvements. You will apply Lean tools, coach cross-functional teams, and drive kaizen events to deliver cost savings and performance gains.

Requirements include 5+ years in Lean manufacturing, strong communication with executives, and experience with SAP/ERP/MRP systems. The role is union-represented with a comprehensive Total Rewards package.