Job Number
182
Company Type
Manufacturer
Location
Plainview, NY
Job Description
We are seeking a results-driven and strategic Continuous Improvement Manager to lead and drive lean initiatives across our aerospace manufacturing operations. This role is critical in identifying opportunities, implementing improvements, and sustaining gains to optimize quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, and change management within a regulated aerospace environment.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
· Lead the development and execution of lean manufacturing strategies across all production areas.
· Drive the deployment of Continuous Improvement (CI) tools such as 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Root Cause Analysis, and Standard Work.
· Analyze production processes and data to identify areas for improvement in quality, delivery, and cost.
· Partner with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production to drive CI initiatives.
· Mentor and train employees at all levels on CI principles and tools to build a continuous improvement culture.
· Facilitate kaizen events and workshops to address key operational challenges and drive measurable improvements.
· Implement and sustain key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and impact of improvement initiatives.
· Develop business cases for improvement projects, including ROI and cost-benefit analysis.
· Ensure all improvement efforts comply with AS9100 and other regulatory requirements.
· Report out CI initiatives and progress to senior leadership on a regular basis.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
· Bachelor’s degree in business or a technical field
· Minimum 6 years of experience leading continuous improvement initiatives in an manufacturing environment
· Experience with LEAN, Six Sigma and expertise in Lean Six Sigma methodologies as described under the responsibilities
· Fluency in CI methodologies, especially strong practical Lean deployment experience
· Ability to produce evidence of successful results from prior CI work experience
· US Citizenship required for eligibility to obtain/maintain a security clearance
· Applicable experience in lieu of a degree may be considered.
- Contract Specialties Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.
Job ID: 19792
