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Job Description
Why Join Us? Formed in 1993, CFAN is a 50/50 Joint Venture between GE Aviation & Safran Aircraft Engines of France. The partnership was created to introduce composite fan blades in a GE90 Engine that powers the Boeing 777. It has leveraged the success of this product to introduce additional fan blades on the GEnx Engines that power the Boeing 787 and Boeing 747-8. CFAN has become a leader in advanced composite technology through the use of Lean/Six Sigma methodologies. With close to half of its engineering personnel graduating from Texas State University, CFAN relies on this relationship to keep bringing technological breakthroughs in the manufacturing of composite fan blades. We have a "family" like culture where we value every employee. Our manufacturing process is one of a kind Our benefits are competitive: Medical, compensation, etc. Short term disability (paid 100%) Permissive Time Off (Unlimited) Work-life balance Re-mote work available We are looking for an experienced Continuous Improvement Leader to be part of a great culture where Trust, Adaptability, Accountability and Inclusiveness are our core values. If you want to be part of a family feel like environment, enjoy continuous improvement and challenges, and you meet the criteria below, please apply and join our team! Role Summary/Purpose The CFAN Continuous Improvement (CI) Leader is a key Staff level position and lead a team. This role drives the Lean & Six Sigma culture at the site. The CI Leader will utilize a deep understanding of Lean, Six Sigma concepts, approaches, and methodology to teach and implement sustainable improvements to manufacturing, supply chain, engineering and administrative support processes and procedures as well as drive strategic initiatives connected to CFAN business outcomes. This role will need to have people-centric leadership style that will quickly establish trust throughout the organization and to be able to lead by influence. Position will be focused on driving and leading Flight Deck behaviors, principles and tools across an operational area. Drive cultural transformation resulting in step-change in operational business metrics. This role will develop and implement a training program as well as assist in facilitating, training, and coaching team members in the use of
FLIGHT DECK.
Essential Responsibilities:
Lead lean transformations within manufacturing cells to improve process quality and create capacity by reducing cycle time, inventory, and waste. Establish site lean standards following
FLIGHT DECK, GE
Aerospace's proprietary lean operating model, for standard work, problem solving, visual management/5S and daily management, and support the deployment of the principals by training employees. Be a champion of Kaizen that impacts product flow, production to TAKT, and inventory turns. Develop and Implement a training program. Teach, promote, and practice the lean principles and tools. Lead Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen events to identify process wastes and to develop and implement corrective actions. Create Standardized Work Instructions, layouts, and process flow diagrams. Facilitate functional managers in establishing process flow by implementing visual management tools and methods to pull product through the work cells. Coach teams using the Problem-Solving methodology through the define, analyze, countermeasure and sustain phases. Educate, coach, and mentor others on Lean philosophy and application. Lead the site's hourly Lean Coordinator program. Assist with the development and implementation of the Lean Training Matrix Communicate and coordinate effectively with supply chain partners to achieve goals and results. Identify potential process improvement projects and execute on areas of opportunities Other duties as assigned by leadership
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in lean deployment and execution ideally in a manufacturing environment). Minimum of 3 years of lean deployment and execution ideally in a manufacturing environment experience.
Desired Experience and Characteristics:
Proficient in MS Office suite and industry specific tools (Visio, Minitab, Excel) Managed mid to large size transformational projects (facility relocation, restructuring, new product/process development) Coached/influenced all levels of stakeholders (shop floor to plant leadership) towards meaningful change. Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Lean Transformation, Operational Excellence Experience with Value Stream Mapping, Daily Management, Kaizen Events, Standard Work, Problem Solving, Visual Management Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously. Experience working in manufacturing, specifically in a shop floor environment. Experience training others in principles of Lean methodology
Humble:
respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
Transparent:
shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
Focused:
quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed, delivers on time Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker, detail oriented Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborator, influencer, relationship builder Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$130,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Experience:
Lean:
3 years (Required)
Manufacturing:
10 years (Required) Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred)
