Experienced or Senior Lean Practitioner (Level 4 or 5)
Company:
The Boeing Company
Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for an Experienced or Senior Lean Practitioner (Level 4 or 5) to support the BDS Lean Organization in Tukwila, WA.
As a Lean Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in driving Lean initiatives and mindset across the organization. You will be responsible for Lean activities and partnering with stakeholders to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall performance. This position requires an understanding of Lean principles and methodologies, as well as the ability to guide teams and leaders in their Lean journey.
Position Responsibilities:
- Coach and Facilitate Lean activities and initiatives across various programs & functions
- Teach and apply applicable lean tools (e.g. Problem solving, Kaizen workshops, 3p, Value Steam mapping, Process mapping, 5s) and process analysis to identify areas for improvement
- Develop, deploy and execute integrated continuous improvement strategy and assist with its strategic deployment
- Develop and implement Lean training programs for employees at all levels
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement efforts, facilitate cross-team best-practice sharing, and promote replication of successful process improvements across the organization.
- Utilize data analysis and metrics to measure the effectiveness of Lean initiatives
- Coach, Mentor and Educate stakeholders in Lean principles and practices
- Prepare and present reports on progress and outcomes to management
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in Lean methodologies
**This position is expected to be 100% onsite. **The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location, but will be expected to travel between business sites in the area as needed (Tukwila, Renton, Everett).
**This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. **“U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
- 5 + years of experience using Lean Principles and/or Continuous Improvement practices and tools in the workplace (e.g. Problem solving, Kaizen workshops, 3p, Value Steam Mapping, Process mapping, 5S)
- 5+ years of experience working in cross-functional teams
- 5+ years of experience teaching Lean Principals, Tools and Concepts
- Willing and able to work a variable shift (primarily 1st shift)
- Willing and able to travel domestically and potentially international travel
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Bachelor’s degree or higher
- 5+ years of experience in Aerospace, Fabrication, or manufacturing environment
- 5+ years of Experience in Quality Management System (QMS)/Boeing Production System (BPS) or equivalent
- Lean Six Sigma Certification
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Security Clearance and Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
Travel:
Position requires local travel between sites (Tukwila, Renton, Everett), while based in Tukwila. Other travel requirements may include up to 50% of the time.
Shift:
This role will be on 1st shift
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies_. _
Total Rewards:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range:
Experienced / Level 4: $124,950 - $169,050 USD
Senior / Level 5: $152,150 - $205,850 USD
Language Requirements:
Not Applicable
Education:
Not Applicable
Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Export Control Requirement:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.
Security Clearance:
This position does not require a Security Clearance.
Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program award
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
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