Operational Excellence Facility Specialist

Job description

The Operational Excellence Facility Specialist is responsible for identifying, proposing, leading and managing Lean and Lean Six Sigma projects for their designated facility.

• Responsible for creating a culture of Lean and Lean Six Sigma at their designed facility.
• Responsible for implementing Safran Corporate Operational Excellence requirements at their designated facility.
• Metrics a. Monitors the metrics listed below for each product line within their designated facility and identifies opportunities for continuous improvement. i. Rate per Day (Current and Maximum) ii. Performance to Labor Standard iii. Lead Time iv. Cycle Time v. Work in Process (WIP) vi. Travel Distance vii. Floor Space Utilization viii. Leak Test Yield ix. Quality Yield b. Manage facility Gemba Walks.
• Projects a. Identifies potential Lean and Lean Six Sigma projects. b. Proposes Lean and Lean Six Sigma projects to the Operational Excellence Steering Committee. c. Leads Lean projects. d. Leads Lean Six Sigma projects when required. e. Completes Lean Kaizen projects each fiscal year. f. Completes Lean Six Sigma projects when required.
• Facility Layouts a. Proposes facility layout improvements to the Operational Excellence Steering Committee. b. Facilitate facility layout changes that are approved by the Operational Excellence Steering Committee. c. Manages and updates facility layout files using AutoCAD software.
• Training a. Provides Operational Excellence training when required.
• Miscellaneous Tasks a. Conducts Lean simulations when required. b. Manages local 5S+1 Program c. Manages local Participative Innovation Program d. Provide support to ANDON system users e. Support QRQC implementation and maturity level improvement plans
• Expertise a. Functions as a business unit expert in the areas of Lean, Lean Six Sigma and problem solving. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Language 1. Must be fluent in English. 2. Must be able to clearly and effectively present information to others in English.

Mathematical Skills

• Must be able to perform mathematical calculations.

Computer Skills

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD and data analysis software such as Minitab.

Education and Experience

• Must be formally trained in Lean Kaizen, Visual Factory Management, Lean Pull Systems, One Piece Flow and 5S+1.
• Must be formally trained as a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.
• Must have project management experience.
• Must have experience in the areas of Lean, Lean Six Sigma, Operational Excellence and problem solving.
• One Safran Referent and QRQC Coach Accreditation desirable

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to analyze business processes and identify best practices and areas requiring improvement.
• Ability to make decisions based on facts.
• Ability to identify key variables within complex processes.
• Ability to determine the root cause of an is To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Must be fluent in English. 2. Must be able to clearly and effectively present information to others in English.

Mathematical Skills

• Must be able to perform mathematical calculations.

Education and Experience

• Must have project management experience.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to make decisions based on facts.
• Ability to determine the root cause of an issue To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Language Skills 1. Must be fluent in English. 2. Must be able to clearly and effectively present information to others in English.

Mathematical Skills

• Must be able to perform mathematical calculations.

Education and Experience

• Must have project management experience.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to make decisions based on facts.
• Ability to determine the root cause of an issue.