Continuous Improvement Supervisor LPC

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Portland (OR); In loco; USD 85.000 - 125.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Precision Castparts Corp. is seeking a hands‑on Continuous Improvement Supervisor in Portland, OR, to support daily CI activities and partner with production, engineers, and operators to apply Lean tools, solve problems, and sustain improvements.

You will lead planning cycles, conduct data‑driven analyses, and drive standardized work, line balancing, and waste reduction to raise throughput and yield; occasional cross‑site travel may be required.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience may be accepted.
• Three to five or more years of experience in operations, manufacturing, or continuous improvement leadership roles.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing environments required, investment casting preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma certification highly preferred
• Strong leadership, facilitation, project management, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to influence and drive change across teams. Must be self-motivated, able to multi-task and work independently.

Mansioni

• Develop, maintain, and communicate elements of the facility's Continuous Improvement Plan, including CI events (Kaizen, 6S, VSM, SMED) and KPIs.
• Facilitate CI planning cycles with site leadership to align with business goals.
• Identify high‑value opportunities through data‑driven analysis and present recommendations to leadership.
• Support implementation of 6S and Continuous Improvement Program.
• Conduct time studies, bottleneck analysis, and process mapping to identify inefficiencies.
• Drive standardized work, line balancing, waste elimination, and cycle‑time reduction strategies.
• Lead root-cause investigations using 5 Whys, Fishbone, DMAIC, etc., to address recurring issues.
• Support in‑process inspection systems, operator training, and mistake-proofing measures to reduce scrap.
• Improve throughput, equipment utilization, lead time, and labor productivity.
• Facilitate Kaizen events, problem‑solving workshops, and cross‑functional CI activities.
• Coach supervisors, engineers, operators, and technicians to build Lean capability and a culture of continuous learning.
• Act as internal resource to guide improvement activities and sustainment.
• Establish performance tracking tools and dashboards; report progress to plant leadership.
• Ensure initiatives deliver measurable and sustainable results aligned with the Continuous Improvement Plan.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Facilitation

Project management

Communication

Influence

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Operations/Business or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Country: United States of America

State / County: Oregon

City: Portland

Division: Structurals

Company: LPC

Function: Continuous Improvement

Workplace Type: On-Site

Position type: Full Time

Opportunity ID: 24441

Job Description

MISSION:

The Continuous Improvement Supervisor is a hands‑on leader responsible for supporting daily continuous improvement activities within the facility. This role partners closely with production supervisors, engineers, and operators to implement Lean tools, solve operational problems, and help sustain improvements. The position may require limited travel to participate in training, support cross‑site initiatives, or share best practices.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Develop, maintain, and communicate elements of the facility's Continuous Improvement Plan, including types of CI events such as Kaizen, 6S, VSM, and SMED; prioritization and expected impact; and targeted departments, functional areas, and KPIs
• Facilitate CI planning cycles with site leadership to ensure alignment to business goals and operational commitments
• Identify high‑value opportunities through data‑driven analysis and present recommendations to area leadership.
• Support the implementation of a structured 6S and Continuous Improvement Program
• Conduct time studies, bottleneck analysis, and process mapping to identify inefficiencies
• Drive implementation of standardized work, line balancing, waste elimination initiatives, and cycle‑time reduction strategies
• Participate in structured root‑cause investigations using 5 Whys, Fishbone, DMAIC, and other methodologies to address recurring quality and operational challenges
• Support implementation of in‑process inspection systems, operator training programs, and mistake‑proofing measures to reduce scrap and improve first‑pass yield.
• Drive improvements in throughput, equipment utilization, lead time, and labor productivity
• Facilitate Kaizen events, problem‑solving workshops, and cross‑functional CI activities
• Provide ongoing coaching to supervisors, engineers, operators, and technicians to build Lean capability and a culture of continuous learning
• Act as an internal resource to guide improvement activities and ensure sustainment of improvements.
• Establish and maintain performance tracking tools and dashboards
• Report CI progress, savings, and KPI impacts to plant leadership
• Ensure all initiatives deliver measurable and sustainable results aligned with the Continuous Improvement Plan.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience may be accepted
• Three to five or more years of experience in operations, manufacturing, or continuous improvement leadership roles
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing environments required, investment casting preferred
• Lean Six Sigma certification highly preferred
• Strong leadership, facilitation, project management, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to influence and drive change across teams. Must be self‑motivated, able to multi‑task and work independently.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to spend most hours of workday walking and standing on manufacturing floor; conditions may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, temperature extremes and other elements for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to frequently lift/push/pull to move objects up to 35lbs without assistance, see, stand, walk, read, and write. Must be able to regularly type, use hands to manipulate objects, bend/stoop, and climb ladders and stairs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high‑quality, low‑cost and on‑time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.