WBS Coach (level II and III)

Woodward; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Job summary

Woodward seeks a Lean Coach to support Level II/III operations in Fort Collins, applying standardized work, Kaizen events, and daily management systems to drive continuous improvement.

You will coach teams in Lean tools, facilitate workshops, and develop staff through training while sustaining improvements across value streams. Experience with 3P and problem-solving is valued, with a focus on employee engagement.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of related experience.
• Experience with 3P methodology.
• Ability to lead Kaizen events and structured problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Implement Standardized Work and sustainability across teams.
• Plan and lead Kaizen events to address operational challenges.
• Facilitate Lean initiatives to reduce waste and improve value delivery.
• Support Daily Management systems with visual management and huddle boards.
• Guide teams through root cause analysis and A3 problem solving.

Skills

Lean tools

Kaizen events

Problem-solving

Process improvement

Data analysis

Coaching

Training delivery

Facilitation

Communication

Empathy

Tools

Value Stream Mapping

5S

PDCA

A3 problem-solving

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.

Estimated annual base pay:

Level II: $$95,000 - $111,000 - $127,000

Level III: $115,000 - $137,000 - $149,000

All Levels are eligible for the benefits below:

• 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:
• o Home / Auto Insurance discounts
• o Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

WBS Coach Level II:

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement Standardized Work: Assist teams in developing and maintaining Standardized Work procedures to ensure consistency and sustainability of improvements.
• Conduct Kaizen Events: Plan and lead Kaizen events or rapid improvement workshops to address specific operational challenges and achieve measurable results.
• Support Lean Initiatives: Facilitate the implementation of Lean methodologies and tools across departments to improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance value delivery.
• Support Daily Management Systems: Work with teams to implement Daily Management practices, including huddle boards, visual management, and performance tracking.
• Facilitate Problem-Solving: Guide teams through structured problem-solving processes, such as A3 reports and root cause analysis, to resolve issues and improve processes.

Key Skills:

• Working Knowledge of Lean Tools: Proficiency in Lean methodologies such as Standardized Work, Value Stream Mapping, PDCA, Kaizen, 5S, and visual management.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to facilitate structured problem-solving processes, including root cause analysis and A3 problem-solving.
• Process Improvement Expertise: Strong understanding of process analysis and improvement techniques to identify waste and enhance efficiency.
• Data Analysis: Capability to use data and metrics to identify trends, measure success, and prioritize improvement opportunities.
• Coaching Ability: Coaching with guidance, support, and feedback to teams and leaders to help them adopt Lean practices.
• Training Delivery: Experience in delivering Lean training sessions for employees at various levels.
• Effective Facilitation: Strong ability to lead workshops, Kaizen events, and team discussions, ensuring engagement and actionable outcomes.
• Clear Communication: Skill in articulating Lean concepts and engaging employees and leaders in improvement efforts.
• Empathy and Emotional Intelligence: Strong interpersonal skills to connect with employees, build trust, and foster collaboration.
• Continuous Learner: Commitment to improving personal Lean knowledge and staying current with best practices.

Successful Candidates Will Typically Have:

• At least 2 years of related experience.
• Experience with 3P methodology.

WBS Coach Level III:

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement Lean Tools: Lead initiatives that utilize Lean tools such as 5S, Value Stream Mapping, PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act), Standardized Work, Flow / Pull, and visual management systems.
• Support Problem-Solving: Facilitate kaizen events and structured problem-solving sessions using methodologies such as root cause analysis, A3 reports, and countermeasure development.
• Optimize Processes: Work with teams to identify and eliminate non-value-added activities and improve workflows, reducing lead times and increasing efficiency.
• Sustain Lean Improvements: Ensure that improvements are standardized, documented, and sustained over time, fostering continuous improvement and refinement.
• Deliver Lean Training: Design and deliver Lean training programs to employees at all levels of the organization, ensuring understanding and adoption of Lean principl