KPO Leader at Pursuit Aerospace

About Us:As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality. The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products. About the Opportunity:The Kaizen Production Office (KPO) Leader position is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of Kaizen, to include focusing on creating a workplace culture that encourages employees in all facets of the company to streamline and improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost.Location: MALDENResponsibilities:Coordinates and leads Kaizen workshops, including ensuring all stakeholders are included to improve processesReviews and clarifies proposed Kaizen projects, assuring appropriate team members are assignedRecommends project changes and modifications as may be necessary to ensure the most favorable resultsSupports and works closely with managementSupports large projects, may lead projects of small to medium scopeContributes to the design, development and updating of business systems' toolsTracks Kaizen Newspaper Action ItemsFinds application opportunities for Kaizen strategy and tools and works with leadership to identify opportunities to implementServes as a change agent promoting the use of Kaizen methodologyProvides training on Kaizen principlesDevelops key relationships with leadership to foster the success of improvement initiativesDevelops strong working relationships with management at all levelsAssists teams, as needed, to ensure improvements are made and sustainedConsolidates Kaizen Team activities and results for Business Review presentationsMay maintain Kaizen folders in SharePoint site training materials and standard templatesPerforms other related duties as assigned Required Qualifications:At least 3 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environmentMust be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time bases without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degreeKnowledge of Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologiesProficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPointFluent knowledge with data-driven analysis and performance metrics including data visualizations for presentationsTraining skillsStrong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skillsAbility to mentor and facilitate Lean culture change in an environment with varying acceptanceAbility to prioritize multiple tasks and demands to meet deadlines Working ConditionsMust be able to have prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk. Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds. Personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses and safety shoes) is required on the shop floorOccasional weekend and evening work may be required to accommodate priorities, deadlines, and schedules.Acknowledgements: The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. Benefits: Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things. Equal Opportunity Employer: Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.