Lean / Airbus Operating System (AOS) Expert Belfast

Job Description:

SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to BPSS and Export Control checks (including a criminal record check) 

TRAVEL REQUIRED: On site 

LOCATION: Belfast

TYPE: Full time

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, 

• Work / Life Balance: 36 hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, flexible working

Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight (#ZEROe) to cleaning up space, sustainability is at the heart of our purpose. So what's your next change?

Airbus Belfast is pleased to announce a fantastic opportunity for a Lean Expert to join our team. At the heart of our operations is the Airbus Operating System (AOS), a standardized framework built on lean principles designed to continuously enhance business performance. By providing a unified way of working across multi-functional teams at all levels, AOS empowers our organization to achieve its primary driver: the relentless improvement of our operational excellence.

This role is fundamental in securing the strategic alignment between high-level organizational objectives and the daily activities of our teams. We believe that the path to success lies in leading our workforce toward common goals, fostering increased autonomy, and supporting professional growth. As a Lean Expert, you will act as a catalyst for this transformation, ensuring that every level of the organization is synchronized and performing at its peak potential.

The successful candidate will contribute directly to the definition and deployment of AOS standards, providing expert guidance to site management and functional teams. We are seeking an individual with deep knowledge of lean principles and proven shop-floor experience in manufacturing. In this position, you will address systemic operational challenges by implementing piloted, standardized, and sustainable solutions, reinforcing the robust performance culture that defines Airbus.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM:

•  Develop and coach senior management (production and support functions) and local AOS teams

• Support AOS digitalisation solution development

• Facilitate, co-lead and support kaizen events in a trainer mode.

• Facilitate, co-lead and support training development and training delivery

• Lead assessments of industrial maturity establishing recommendations based on performance improvement priorities

• Advise on performance improvement opportunities and governance management, supporting governance / steering

• Ensure Knowledge transfer to local AOS teams

ABOUT YOU:

• Ability and experience to train managers, technicians and operators 
• Deep knowledge and experience of lean manufacturing and lean management / problem solving
• Good knowledge and experience in industrial engineering, quality tools, problem solving, logistics engineering and process optimisation (APICS basic level, Six Sigma Black Belt, Kepner Tregoe or equivalent are desirable) 
• Experience in leading lean manufacturing workshops such as kaizen, VSM, SMED, 5S, Hoshin Kanri
• Experience in operations management within a best-in-class lean environment 
• Coaching skills and experience with communication competences 
• Aeronautical manufacturing basics 
• Capability to design strategies for change management, coaching, mentoring and training 
• Degree level qualification preferred

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions.

We employ people from all sections of the community and are committed to the appointment of the best candidate based upon the merit principle alone. In pursuit of our equal opportunities programme, we would particularly welcome more applications from Catholics and females, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.

HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request. 

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long-term condition under the Equality Act 2010 and meets the minimum criteria of the role (as set out in the job advert). To ‘opt in’, just select the option during your application submission and your application will be considered accordingly.

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This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Belfast Limited

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Improvement & Performance Management

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