Continuous Improvement LeanSix Sigma Expert

Continuous Improvement Lean/Six Sigma Expert

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity being respectful and accountable to one another and staying humble and driven while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicants education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Estimated annual base pay: $106800 (minimum) $133500 (midpoint) $160200 (maximum)

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity

• 401(k) match 4.5

• Annual Woodward stock contribution 5

• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

• 12 paid holidays

• Industry leading medical dental and vision Insurance upon date of hire

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buyup / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave

• Paid parental leave

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program including mental health benefits

• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

• Member referral bonus

• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

• Voluntary benefits including:

  • Home / Auto Insurance discounts

  • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Are you ready to make your mark If youre a Continuous Improvement Lean/Six Sigma Expert we have an exciting opportunity for you!

The continuous Improvement Lean/Six Sigma Expert will partner with the Process Owners and Champions to drive results in the organization utilizing WLES principles. The CI Expert will assist in project identification/selection assuring linkage between projects business and customer priorities. The CI Expert will mentor coach and develop Black belts Greenbelts and Woodwards general membership assigned to projects related to Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies.

What you will be doing

• Led multiple process improvement teams using Lean Six Sigma methodologies to enhance Quality Delivery Responsiveness and Cost.

• Mentored leadership teams to foster cultural change embedding Continuous Improvement (CI) as a key driver of SQDRC (Safety Quality Delivery Responsiveness Cost) improvements.

• Guided and supported Black Belts and Green Belts in executing Lean Six Sigma projects.

• Conducted workshops projects and reviews for internal members and suppliers to drive improvement initiatives.

• Monitored and reported project outcomes to the leadership team for accountability and visibility.

• Collaborated crossfunctionally with internal teams and external clients to ensure alignment and success in CI efforts.

• Managed and maintained the Continuous Improvement website providing communication tools templates and resources.

• Stayed updated on industry trends management techniques and measurement tools applying them strategically within the organization.

• Delivered training coaching and mentorship in Continuous Improvement practices to embed a CIdriven organizational culture.

• Actively facilitated CI initiatives to sustain longterm operational excellence.

What we are looking for

• Bachelors degree in a related technical or business field required.

• 25 years of experience in manufacturing and quality business processes (transactional or operational) required.

• Proven process improvement experience using Six Sigma Lean and Kaizen methodologies with a track record of results required.

• Advanced knowledge of Six Sigma statistical software (SPC XL Minitab or equivalent) required.

• Technical competency in Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies including DMAIC BTO Lean Kaizen/Workout process management project management change management and advanced statistical techniques required.

• Strong problemsolving conflict resolution communication (oral written and listening) and attentiontodetail skills required.

• Ability to plan manage and lead workshops projects and training sessions effectively required.

• Demonstrated knowledge of data collection metrics and performance targets for tracking process improvements required.

• Ability to influence change and collaborate crossfunctionally in a positive and cooperative manner required.

• Demonstrated ability to manage workload independently and prioritize effectively required.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national lawful permanent resident (i.e. Green Card holder) or a protected person (e.g. asylee or refugee).

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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