Job Requirements Everett, WA Secret Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified Salary not specified Join Premium to unlock estimated salaries Job Description Lean Practitioner 3 (5S Training Specialist)

Location:

Everett, WA (multiple Puget Sound sites)

Job ID:

217544

Pay Rate:

$51-$56/hr

Shift:

Must be available to work all shifts as required Job Summary PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking experienced Lean Practitioner 3 / 5S Training Specialists to deliver high-impact 5S and workplace organization training in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role focuses on facilitating frequent classroom-style training sessions for large groups while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across multiple shifts and locations. Key Responsibilities Facilitate 5S Overview Training sessions in a classroom setting for 20+ participants per session Deliver training on 5S principles, visual management, and workplace organization Coordinate training schedules with production teams to minimize operational disruption Collaborate with Program Supervisory and Continuous Improvement teams to align content with site goals and compliance standards Support sustainment activities and follow-up actions to embed 5S standards into daily operations Maintain training materials, schedules, and participation records Work across multiple shifts and sites throughout the Puget Sound area Promote a strong safety culture at all times

Required Skills & Competencies Self-Starter:

Operates independently with minimal supervision to maintain 5S momentum across shifts

Presentation Excellence:

Delivers engaging, clear, and visually supported training tailored to varied experience levels

Organizational Strength:

Manages multiple schedules, materials, and action plans with attention to detail

Punctual & Reliable:

Starts sessions on time and respects production schedules

Approachable Communicator:

Builds rapport with operators and supervisors; encourages engagement and questions

Tenacious Change Agent:

Follows up consistently, addresses resistance, and drives sustainable improvements Background & Experience 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or continuous improvement roles Hands-on experience delivering large group training events Strong working knowledge of Lean and 5S principles Comfortable working with multidisciplinary and unionized teams Safety-focused mindset Flexibility to work multiple shifts and travel between sites Reliable transportation required Education Bachelor's degree with 6+ years of related experience, OR Master's degree with 4+ years of related experience, OR Equivalent combination (e.g., 10+ years of directly related experience) Preferred Qualifications Manufacturing environment experience Lean, 5S, or Continuous Improvement facilitator certification Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter. Military connected talent encouraged to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.

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//pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/ The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance group id: 9117PDSD Apply now