Title:  Manager, Continuous Improvement

Job Title: Manager, Continuous Improvement

Requisition Number: 20982

Job Location: Mason, OH

Schedule: 9/80 Regular

Job Description:

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Manager, Continuous Improvement for our Mason, OH location. The Continuous Improvement Manager will play a crucial role at the site in developing, leading, and influencing changes in the locations Continuous Improvement strategy, policies, practices, and/or approaches.  Individual will identify and deploy Lean Sigma strategies, road maps, and projects within a fast paced high mix low volume manufacturing environment. Individual will drive significant improvements in processes, systems, and/or products to achieve business financial and operational goals. Individual must leverage strong interpersonal skills, apply lean-sigma knowledge, and utilize a “hands-on” approach while leading and/or facilitating Lean Sigma projects/events within the organization at all levels.

RESPONSIBILITES

• Manage a team of 2 -  3 direct employees with focus Lean Sigma strategy and implementation/deployment across the organization (office & shop).
• Create value stream maps and assessments/gap analysis to identify opportunities for improvement; including deployment/improvement road map.
• Identify, scope, and define Lean Sigma projects/events to deliver stakeholder value.
• Present projects to peers and leaders, and manage/transition projects through close-out phase.
• Plan, assist and/or conduct various Lean Sigma projects/events throughout the organizations value streams to drive positive improvements and results.
• Provide Lean Sigma initial/re-current basic, intermediate, and advanced training to leaders/team members.
• Utilize and apply Lean Sigma practices, tools and methodology throughout the organizations value streams.
• Monitor and assist project/event teams achieve established goals/targets, communicate/report results to leaders and within the organization.
• Requires management and leadership knowledge in job area. Typically has comprehensive knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline and may have broad understanding of other areas within job function.
• Monitor, update, manage and communicate/report key performance measurements and product/process improvement results to leaders and within the organization.
• Facilitate, promote and encourage positive culture change consistent with L3H Lean Enterprise - Continuous Improvement strategy and initiatives.
• Participate as team member, facilitator, or leader in various cross-functional problem solving and continuous improvement projects/events.

      KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Process improvement experience with demonstrable competency in application of Lean Sigma tools and methodologies (e.g.: 6S, Waste Reduction, TPM, SMED, Kanban, FEMA’s, DMAIC, PDCA, 8D, Process/Value Stream Mapping, Mistake/Error Proofing, SMED, VA/VE, DOE, etc..).
• Must possess strong background in value streams and core business/manufacturing processes supporting manufactured product/service to a customer.
• Must demonstrate ability to drive continuous improvement and deliver valued results.
• Must possess excellent organizational and project management skills with ability to multi-task.
• Must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills at all levels of the organization.
• Must demonstrate leadership and coaching abilities.
• Must possess the ability to interact, work effectively with others at all levels of the organization and be a participative team player.
• Must be literate in use of Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, Lean Mastery and Minitab and other similar software.
• Strategic thinker, with clear vision to drive world class change management.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum 9 years prior relevant experience.
• Graduate Degree with a minimum of 7 years prior relevant experience.
• In lieu of degree, minimum of 13 years of prior relevant experience.
• LEAN certification and/or Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (preferred)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Prolonged standing
• Ability to travel up to 20%

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