Sr. Manager Continuous Improvement

About the jobAbout CIRCOR Aerospace & Defense CIRCOR Aerospace & Defense is focused on the design, development, and manufacture of specialty fluid and motion control products for demanding aerospace and defense applications. CIRCOR products are flying on most commercial and military aircraft, including single and twin aisle air transport, business and regional jets, military transports and fighters, and commercial and military rotorcraft. Other markets include unmanned aircraft, shipboard applications, and military ground vehicles.Business units are in Hauppauge, New York; Corona, California; Warren, Massachusetts; Paris, France; Uxbridge, UK; and Tangier, Morocco. Parent company CIRCOR International is headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts and CIRCOR Aerospace & Defense is headquartered in Corona, California. Sr. Manager Continuous Improvement LOCATION: Hauppauge, NYPosition SummaryThe Sr. Manager, Continuous Improvement, is responsible for the planning and execution of site improvement projects (Lean & Six-Sigma) to fulfill the strategic objectives. Must have a comprehensive understanding of the Risk Assessment process. This leader will support the site by leading the Business Unit's continuous improvement through the planning and implementation of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies. Partners with site & group leadership to lead the transformation to a culture of operational excellence, and continuous improvement. Delivers practical, hands-on training to associates on Lean manufacturing, and tools to eliminate waste in all administrative, manufacturing, and support functions. Measures and reports progress for group level activities on an on-going basis.Principal ActivitiesLead and program manage site's COS program to achieve business goals.Fully committed and engaged with COS activities.Responsible for regular COS assessments of facility, identifying gaps, developing solution recommendations & approvals, and creating & management of a RAIL.Regularly communicate COS progress to both executive & senior leadership and associates.Lead the training and implementation of problem-solving methodologies, tools, and critical thinking.Facilitate and drive the use and compliance of problem-solving in all administrative, manufacturing, and support functions.Regularly support and conduct Enterprise and Manufacturing Kaizen events at Hauppauge and other sites when requested.Coach, Facilitate, or Lead advanced improvement events including Value Stream Mapping of complex value streams, Kaizens, and projectsMentor CI Managers and support other sites when requested.Other duties as assignedJob RequirementsBachelor's Degree in any Engineering Discipline (Mechanical, Science, Technology, Electrical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering) or equivalent experience of 10 years or more experience planning and execution of site improvement projects (Lean & Six-Sigma).5+ years people management experience leading cross-functional teams in a matrixed organization5+ years of experience leading and program managing site's COS program Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certified preferred Experience in developing and implementing Problem-Solving StructuresProcessExtensive hands-on experience in coaching, mentoring and leading problem-solving teamsprojectsProven ability to drive problem-solving processes and culture.Demonstrated lean manufacturing and improvement strategy development and implementation.Experience with Mix Model CellsExperience with High Mix low Volume ManufacturingExperience with Business Process Kaizens and Improvement initiatives.Ability to compile data, analyze data, and formulate improvement initiativesStrong team building skills and the ability to facilitate team-based initiativesExcellent written and verbal communication skills, business process improvement knowledgeExcellent computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office SuiteTeacher and Coaching mentalityAdvanced project management skillsManufacturing operations process and tools OtherU.S. Citizen or green card only; no visa sponsor provided PAY RANGE: $130,000.00 - $160,000.00. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Created: 2024-11-09