ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for analyzing material and information flow for the operations unit to identify opportunities for improvement in productivity, material consumption, other operation expenses, quality, safety, and space utilization.
• Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Plans and guides Unit management in productivity, material, waste, safety, and quality improvement initiatives; analyzes material and information flows; explore opportunities in productivity, material consumption, other operation expenses, and space utilization; quantifies the effects of improved processes, workflows and fore mentioned opportunities.
• Support and drives continuous process improvements utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles to maximize departmental efficiencies, minimize waste and improve safety.
• Communicate with unit management and leadership team on implementation of changes.
• Secure relevance and availability of Production System Road maps and blueprints
• Perform diagnostics on significant cost drivers, including material, labor, and OpenX.
• Make documented proposals for improvements and syndicates with unit management on the implementation of changes; responsible for supporting management and associates in the overall change process.
• Actively practices change management and actively participates in the Unit’s performance management system and dialogue; presents progress and plans to company executives; liaises with corporate and area Continuous Improvement resources
  Propose and keeps up with company Best Practices and benchmark initiatives.
• Coach other Continuous Improvement staff and leads training and presentation sessions.
• Train and builds capability in all levels of the plant regarding Lean Manufacturing
• Work on all related training materials and works with other team members to identify improvements, additions, corrections, or clarifications to the training material provided.
• Work with Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques, such as 8 Waste (Muda), Just in Time (takt-flow-pull), Value Stream Mapping, Kanban system, Problem Solving, FIFO, and 5s workplace organization, including layout changes when necessary.

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Other duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION: A bachelor's degree preferred or a High School diploma with 10 years’ experience within the airline industry or lean manufacturing.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working in a high volume, manufacturing, food production, restaurant, or catering environment preferred.
• Experience with leading projects, people across organizations, maintaining mandatory standards to ensure the safety of products and processes, and improving product quality required.
• Experience analyzing operations and their cost drivers, analyzing material and information flows, and analyzing productivity, material consumption, and operation expenses required.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing techniques, including "Just in Time" (takt-flow-pull), 5S and workplace organization, and value stream mapping and Kanban system preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and leadership skills required.
• Must be innovative in making changes to the operation as needed to improve the work environment.
• SERV Safe Certification preferred or the ability to obtain SERV Safe Certification
• Full-time Travel: 75%
• Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job:
  Thinking – Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skills
  Engaging – Understanding others
  Team Leadership and Developing People Inspiring – Influencing and building relationships, Motivating, and Inspiring,
  Achieving – Delivering business results under pressure
  Championing Performance Improvement and Customer Focus Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position

Salary Range: $69,000-$105,000 annually
Comprehensive Benefits Package:  Full-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and healthcare benefits including Free Medical, Dental & Vision
Complimentary Daily Meals: Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner during your shift