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Continuous Improvement Manager
Continuous Improvement ManagerFlorida Staffing • Fort Walton Beach, FL, US
Continuous Improvement Manager

Continuous Improvement Manager

Florida Staffing • Fort Walton Beach, FL, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Continuous Improvement / Operational Excellence Specialist

Crane Aerospace & Electronics is seeking a Continuous Improvement / Operational Excellence Specialist in Fort Walton Beach, FL. Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. Located minutes away from picturesque white-sand beaches and emerald green water, our Fort Walton Beach location is home to our Defense Power business a leading supplier of high-power solutions for aerospace & defense applications. You'll join a trusted, dynamic organization that supplies prime defense manufacturers with custom radar, directed energy and electric warfare solutions for placement on innovative, next-gen military platforms. Join us and our growing business as we supply solutions that enable the latest defense technology!

Job Summary :

As a Continuous Improvement / Operational Excellence Specialist, you will master Crane's Strategy Deployment Process ('SDP') and menu of lean manufacturing techniques. You will be a part of the development of the company's strategic plan and be a part of the execution of that plan via SDP. You will also develop mastery of key continuous improvement tools such as Standard Work, Kanban, TPM, 5S, Visual Management, SMED, Six Sigma and Value Stream Mapping. After training others on the use of these tools and leading kaizen continuous improvement events, you will be responsible for assisting the organization in its daily use of the tools in both the factory and office.

Responsibilities :

  • Facilitate and manage the Kaizen Roadmap
  • Coordinate the continuous improvement activity and team members
  • Facilitate establishment of lean principles throughout the organization, to include coaching to ensure completion of projects
  • Apply CBS tools to identify root causes and develop counter measures
  • Work with business leaders to attain business goals
  • Promote the crane business system through daily passion for continuous improvement and the constant elimination of waste

Minimum Requirements :

  • Relevant bachelor's degree
  • 3-5 years of experience in demonstrated process improvement success.
  • Proven accomplishments utilizing lean tools / methodologies
  • Certified tool champion or plan to complete training for required certification within 12-month period of entering position.
  • Standard work / visual management, transactional, value stream mapping and problem solving.
  • Knowledge in Change management and accounting / finance principles.
  • Demonstrated leadership and facilitation skills in a matrix environment
  • Demonstrated ability to motivate all levels of the organization.
  • Strong team formation and leadership skills.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, to include presentation skills and facilitation of groups toward deliverables.
  • Ability to link customer needs and business processes.
  • Prefer certified Lean Black Belt or Master Black Belt.
  • Eligibility Requirement : This position requires access to controlled data or information and therefore only US persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants selected could be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

    • Top Benefits :

  • Benefits : Health care, dental or life insurance starting the first day of the month
  • Time Off : 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 11 paid holidays per year.
  • 401k Retirement Plan : 401k plan with company match
  • Education Reimbursement : eligible after 90 days of employment

    • You can see a list of our benefits at https : / / www.craneae.com / company / careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.

    Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

    At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us. The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful. Beyond an associate's base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non-cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement as well as performance-based bonus programs for certain positions. Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on-the-job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs. We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development.

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