Lean Transformation Specialist

Safran; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran seeks a Continuous Improvement professional to apply Lean Manufacturing practices to improve process efficiency, quality, productivity and savings at our Carson, CA site. You will lead Kaizen events, deploy 5S and Lean tools, promote lean culture, and support the development and deployment of improvement initiatives across operations.

A strong background in Lean Sigma methods and experience in manufacturing is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six-Sigma methodologies training.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to safe work practices and contributes to the evolution of the health, safety, and environmental program and culture.
• Supports the site's projects roadmap implementation aligned with Hoshin Plan
• Plans and leads basic Lean Sigma projects (Kaizen Events/ One Safran)
• Participates in the implementation of advance lean Methodologies (VSM, SMED, TPM & DMAIC)
• Develop process mapping to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement trough business
• Support development of Lean six sigma methodologies by eliminating production wastes
• Sustains the QRQC program. Evaluates business metrics accuracy
• Promote and uses problem-solving methodologies (Analytical, and negotiation skills), develop innovative solutions and pursue Quality Improvements
• Assists with workstation design, Standard Work, line balancing, and layout improvements;
• Assists and pursue the deployment and sustainment of 5S's methodology;
• Support timely internal follow up reports (CI progress or management meetings)
• Serves as instructor for basic courses that teaches personnel how to assess, identify and improve their own needs and opportunities;
• Fosters the Lean Sigma culture within the organization;
• Sustains, drives, and promotes the Employee Suggestion Program;
• Keeps focus in Best Practices sharing and implementation;
• Prepare presentations to review status of projects as appropriate
• Regular, predictable attendance is required;
• Other duties could be assigned

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Kaizen

VSM

SMED

TPM

DMAIC

5S

QRQC

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

VSM

SMED

DMAIC

5S

Kaizen

Job description

Safran seeks a Continuous Improvement professional to apply Lean Manufacturing practices to improve process efficiency, quality, productivity and savings at our Carson, CA site. You will lead Kaizen events, deploy 5S and Lean tools, promote lean culture, and support the development and deployment of improvement initiatives across operations.

A strong background in Lean Sigma methods and experience in manufacturing is required.