Org Marketing Statement
Parker Aerospace, an operating segment of Parker Hannifin Corporation, is one of the world’s leading producers of flight control, hydraulic, fuel and inerting, fluid conveyance, thermal management, and engine systems and components for the aerospace industry. We design and build equipment for virtually every aircraft and aero engine being produced in the world today.
In addition to game-changing technology, our customers look to us for shorter lead times, lower costs, higher reliability, and lifetime support. All coupled with the positive attitude and innovative thinking of a true business partner.
Parker Aerospace provides unmatched performance for both our customers and shareholders, built on a foundation of core company values. As a result, our business growth is impressive and consistent. Best of all, our team members share in the success resulting from that growth.
· We offer competitive vacation and 13 paid holidays
· 401(k) with a 5% matching contribution with immediate investing
· Competitive annual bonus incentive plan
· Health benefits effective day 1!
Position Summary
The Lean Leader is responsible for championing and leading Lean initiatives at the Site/Division Function level by utilizing the company's WIN Strategy. Organizes associates in value stream mapping and continuous improvement initiatives to eliminate waste in all office, factory and support functions. Transfers the ownership of lean principles to leadership by assisting the leaders to build competency with the Lean Tools.
This position reports to the Division Lean Manager, but works directly with the Operations or Functional Business process leads. Ensures full Lean education and implementation in all functions at the plant and/or and facility level to insure sustainability.
Essential Functions:
• Leads and guides Lean initiatives within the site. Works with site level management on Lean process projects using lean tools and metrics. Assists in the development of a Lean Strategy to be implemented.
• The Lean Leader will coordinate initiatives at the site(s) and train associates how to continually eliminate waste.
• Ensures that steering committees and teams are established at the location and are implementing the Lean principles, techniques, and methodologies according to Corporate requirements. Technologies and methodologies include Manufacturing & Business Process Value Stream Mapping (Current and Future State Implementation), Cellular Manufacturing, Kanban Pull Systems, Quick Changeover, design for lean, one piece flow, inventory reduction, Lean Management Systems, site tracking centers, etc.
• Makes implementation and results a top priority and regularly updates the Site’s Lean implementation plan. Empowers every employee in the site through positive reinforcement of Lean. "Make Lean the way we do things at Parker."
• Provides effective change management, leadership, and optimization in implementing the corporate WIN strategy across the Plant. Serves as a catalyst for successful and sustained lean implementation.
• Supports coaching and teaching of lean principles through the use of outside resources.
• Ensures on-going education of all employees at the site in Lean. Promotes a Continuous Learning environment.
• Position must understand the current culture by reviewing existing documentation of policies and procedures. Position is responsible for working with all operating disciplines by using value stream management to develop a master plan of meeting the goals of Lean.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor degree required.
• 3-5+ years of manufacturing technical experience demonstrating a self-starting and hands-on quality.
• Must be willing/available to travel 50%+ between Division sites.
• Experience with Business Process Lean Transformations desired.
• A good understanding of Lean principles such as Value Stream Transformation (Mapping), Just-in-Time, Demand Flow, Single Piece Flow, Five S's, Visual Management, etc.
• Has participated in multiple Kaizen events in manufacturing, engineering and business process areas.
• Kaizen Event facilitation experience desired.
• Has demonstrated the ability to articulate the desired state, purpose and value of lean and constantly moving in the direction of waste elimination.
• Good understanding of financial measurements and goals and has good analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills to lead and support empowered employees in a team environment.
• Good presentation skills to effectively share the success and ideas of the Site and Division.
Conditions of Employment
This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which requires the incumbent to be either a US citizen, lawful permanent resident [“green card” holders], or have refugee or asylee status).
Equal Employment Opportunity
Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements.
(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)
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