Team Coach

Woodward, Inc.; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 74,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Job summary

Woodward, Inc. is seeking a Team Coach to lead sitewide improvements in a cross-trained manufacturing environment. You will coach teams to own safety, quality, and delivery metrics, and to apply structured problem solving and PDCA cycles.

The role emphasizes Lean methods, Kaizen event participation, daily management, and strong collaboration across departments to drive efficiency and continuous improvement, while upholding Woodward’s core values and standards.

Qualifications

• Leadership and Lean expertise demonstrated in a cross-trained manufacturing setting.
• Facilitate structured problem solving, PDCA and root-cause analysis.
• Lead kaizen events and daily management systems to reduce waste and improve throughput.
• Coach teams to own safety, quality and delivery metrics with strong communication.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement across shifts and departments.

Responsibilities

• Lead sitewide decision making and coach teams to lead safety and quality metrics.
• Facilitate Lean tools (5S, visual management, standardized work, Daily Management) to cut waste.
• Plan and execute Kaizen events with data collection and action planning.
• Drive Daily Management practices with huddle boards and visual metrics.
• Act as a safety champion and align safety initiatives with company goals.

Skills

Leadership

Lean

Kaizen

Problem Solving

Communication

Collaboration

Process Improvement

Cross Training

Manufacturing Systems

Tools

ERP Systems

PLM

MES

Job description

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Team Coach

• Estimated annual base pay: $74,000.00 (minimum) - $96,000.00 (midpoint) - $118,000.00 (maximum)
• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays.
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including:
  • Home / Auto Insurance discounts
  • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership Acumen: In a flexible and cross trained teaming environment, take a leadership role in sitewide decision making. Coach the team to become leaders and own Safety, Quality, and Delivery metrics. Coach structured problem solving, including root cause analysis and PDCA cycles.
• Lean and Process Improvement: Facilitate applications of lean tools (5S, visual management, standardized work, Daily Management Systems) to improve processes and reduce waste.
• Kaizen Event Participation: Assist in planning and executing Kaizen events, supporting data collection, process mapping, and action plan development.
• Daily Management System: Drive and coach Daily Management practices (huddle boards, visual metrics, performance tracking).
• Safety Mindset: Serve as a safety champion, foster team accountability, and align safety initiatives with organizational goals.

Key Skills

• Problem Solving and Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve issues during assembly, test, and machining processes. Anticipate potential gaps and elevate as needed.
• Process Mapping and Improvement: Support process mapping to identify inefficiencies. Collect and analyze data to measure performance and drive improvement.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Work cooperatively with teams across all levels. Build strong cross functional relationships and foster a collaborative culture.
• Communication: Communicate clearly (verbal and written). Engage employees in improvement efforts through active listening and asking questions. Convey advanced technical information effectively.
• Attention to Detail and Empathy: Document processes and track metrics precisely. Display strong interpersonal skills to connect with employees and create a supportive environment.
• Proficiency with Manufacturing Systems: Experience with enterprise manufacturing systems including ERP and PLM, automation technologies, and manufacturing execution systems.
• Feedback: Give and receive feedback from members of all levels.
• Cross Training: Assist members in cross training and demonstrate depth in multiple manufacturing and operational roles.
• Woodward Core Values: Demonstrate Woodward’s core values of integrity, respectful, accountable, humble, and driven.
• Lean Acumen: Understand and execute 5S, visual management, standardized work, daily management systems, and kaizen events.

Notice: The position for which you are applying will be designated as a DOT safety-sensitive position in the future, as defined in 14 CFR part 120. When this position becomes designated as a DOT safety-sensitive position, you will be required to undergo a DOT/FAA pre-employment drug test for prohibited drugs as defined in 49 CFR.

• 40.3, including marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP), and amphetamines, before performing safety-sensitive duties.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.