Woodward

Continous Improvement Expert (f/m)

Niepolomice, PL Full time

ABOUT THE JOB:

We are looking for passionate professional who will partner with the Process Owners and Champions to drive results in the organization utilizing Woodward Lean Business System principles and assist in project identification/selection, assuring linkage between projects, business and customer priorities. The CI Expert will will mentor, coach and develop Greenbelts and Woodward's general membership assigned to projects related to Lean & Six Sigma tools and methodologies.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

  • Lead multiple process improvement teams utilizing Lean & Six Sigma resulting in improved Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory & Cost

  • Mentor and assist the leadership team to drive cultural change that embraces CI

  • Mentor Greenbelts in Lean/Six Sigma projects

  • Lead and/or facilitate workshops, projects and project reviews for Woodward members and suppliers

  • Track and report project results to leadership team as appropriate.

  • Interface cross-functionally with internal members and/or external clients

  • Owns site Kaizen-Teian program

  • Stay abreast of state of the art business trends, management process techniques and measurement tools and apply where beneficial to the organization

  • Train, coach and mentor Continuous Improvement throughout the organization in order to embed a CI culture

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

  • Bachelor or Engineer degree is a must. Master’s degree desired.

  • Minimum 5 years in a similar position required

  • Technical competency in Lean & Six-Sigma including: DMAIC, BTO, 19 elements of Lean, Kaizen, /workout process management, project management, change management and advanced statistical techniques

  • Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt certificate required

  • Very good English language skills

  • Demonstrated creative problem solving skills, conflict resolution skills, excellent oral and written communication skills (including listening skills) and attention to details

  • Ability to plan and manage workshops, projects and training sessions effectively

  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams in workshops, projects and effectively speak before in front of groups

  • Demonstrated knowledge of data collection, metrics and the use of performance targets in tracking process improvements

  • Ability to influence change in a positive spirit of cooperation and collaboration

  • Readiness to travel up to 20% of working time (when possible)

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN:

  • Salary range from 15 500 to 24 500 PLN gross – depending on experience

  • Advancement opportunities in international team

  • A total rewards package, that includes: private health insurance, life & accidental insurance

  • Multisport package

  • Meal Vouchers

  • Company performance bonus program

  • Work-life balance, semi-flexible working time

  • PPK: Woodward offers payment to your PPK account up to 4% of your compensation depending on seniority

  • Hybrid work model

  • Relocation & Educational support