We're looking for a Continuous Improvement Analyst to help drive operational excellence across our manufacturing facilities. This role combines data analysis, Lean manufacturing, project leadership, and hands-on problem solving to improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost. You'll work closely with leaders, supervisors, and frontline employees to identify opportunities, lead improvement initiatives, and build a culture focused on continuous improvement. If you enjoy turning data into action and helping teams solve problems, this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact. What You'll Be Doing

• Partner with the Continuous Improvement Manager to identify and prioritize improvement opportunities
• Lead and support Lean initiatives including Kaizen, 5S, 3P, TPM, and DMAIC projects
• Conduct time studies and process observations to improve productivity and workflow
• Analyze manufacturing data and develop recommendations to improve performance
• Support SQDE boards and daily management systems
• Monitor customer and employee feedback to identify improvement opportunities
• Facilitate value stream mapping activities and develop improvement roadmaps
• Lead cross-functional problem-solving teams and improvement events
• Develop and track KPIs to measure project effectiveness and sustainability
• Support new process implementation and change management efforts
• Create and maintain Standard Work Instructions (SWIs), SOPs, and process documentation
• Train and mentor employees on Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools
• Work with operations, quality, engineering, and leadership teams to achieve business goals
• Drive a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement What We're Looking For
• 2+ years of experience in Operations, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, or a related field
• Experience leading or supporting Lean Manufacturing initiatives
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Comfortable coaching employees at all levels of the organization
• Ability to influence change without direct authority
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field
• Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or Continuous Improvement experience
• Manufacturing or aerospace industry experience
• Experience with value stream mapping, root cause analysis, and process improvement methodologies
• Power BI, data visualization, or AI experience
• Project management experience Technical Skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and PowerPoi.

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