Lean / Opex Leader - Manufacturing

Lean / Opex Leader - Manufacturing

Quality & Inspection Richland, WA Full-Time / Regular

What You've Accomplished

Completion of a Bachelor's degree or comparable experience in lieu of degree

At least 6 years of directly related experience

Knowledge of Engineering processes, methods, and tools

Pragmatic, "System Thinker" with the ability to simplify complex topics and connect within operation context

Knowledge of continuous improvement processes, methods and metrics

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff & management

Ability to lead, motivate and effect change through others

Knowledge of change management and ability to influence change

Who You Are

Your actions, behaviors, and decisions are made in a manner consistent with our Core Values.

You may have also acquired the following skills :

Integrity ~ The inherent ability to uphold the highest professional standards of integrity in all interactions, ensuring transparency and ethical decision-making

Attention to Detail ~ A critical skill for validating quality, accuracy, and consistency in manufacturing processes and to identify performance errors through observations in the field

Teamwork ~ The ability to foster a positive work environment and collaborate effectively with others to achieve common quality and continuous improvement goals

Communication ~ The ability to convey information clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Effective communication also requires the ability to understand non-verbal, body language to interpret the communication cues of others

Continuous Improvement Mindset ~ The skills to drive continuous improvement culture using Lean tools in a pragmatic manner to implement timely, value-added change within the business

Your Opportunity

This full-time role is about making an impact on people's lives and the future of clean energy. You will leverage your skills and experience to be part of an innovative team and make a difference for our customers. As a Manufacturing Lean / OpEx Leader in Richland, WA, you will be part of the proven team in the Quality Business Line in the Fuel Business Unit. Your work will include :

Conduct Training Quality & Continuous Improvement (Principles of Excellence, A3 Problem Solving, Manager in Field, 8D Event Resolution, Visual Management)

FMEA facilitation Workshop Mode (VSM, 5S, Process Mapping, etc.)

Facilitate / Coach Flash Meetings, A3 Projects, FMEA (and other Quality Tools), Performance Plans, Voice of the Customer, 8D Event Resolution, Visual Management Meetings

Support Operating Unit Implementation Initiatives Master Plan (annual objective) Development and Maintenance Digital Transformation (Process Mapping and associated A3s for Digital T.)

Reporting VoC (based on Net Promoter Score), Excellence System Rollout, FMEA, A3 Progress, Master Plan, Performance Plans

Interface with Global OpEx Network

Together we will enable clean, safe, and economical low-carbon energy to meet the global ambition for a better tomorrow.

Who We Are

Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for the global nuclear fleet. More than 2,000 dedicated U.S. Framatome employees work every day to supply ever cleaner, safer, and more economical low-carbon energy for our communities and world. As well as supporting new nuclear builds, advancing new technology and advancing nuclear energy in the U.S. and abroad.