Continuous Improvement Specialist

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, and defence and space agencies worldwide. At Magellan we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value.


Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual and invest in our employees.


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Position Summary

Magellan Aerospace, Haverhill is a world-class manufacturer of precision machined aerospace components. We have an exciting opportunity for a Continuous Improvement Specialist. The Continuous Improvement Specialist is for leading and supporting initiatives aligned with MOS (Magellan Operating System) that drive operational excellence, efficiency, and quality across the organization. This role partners with the Continuous Improvement Councils objectives and with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, facilitate, implement process improvements, and foster a culture of continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies. This is a cross-functional assignment.

The Salary Range for this Position is $80,000 - $100,000 annually

Essential Responsibilities

• Aligned with CI Council objectives, review and study existing equipment, facilities, systems, parts and processes to improve efficiency, increase quality, and reduce costs.
• Lead, coordinate assessments and characterize greatest opportunities for improvement, waste reduction
• Develop a detailed project plan to prioritize identified improvement projects. In coordination with CI Council, engage teams and update projects as necessary.
• Directs development of actions plan and estimates requirements for resources, management, labor, materials, and time needed to complete improvement projects.
• Coordinates activities in the Quality/CI Clinic. Facilitates CI project reviews, promotes visual management across the division.
• Use lean tools (Waste reduction, problem solving, value stream mapping) to accomplish goals.
• Support the development and implementation of standard ways of working, basic problem solving, idea generation, and Standard Work and best practices.
• Provide divisional Continuous Improvement related trainings and participate in corporate committees

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering, business, project management or related field required.
• Six Sigma Green Belt. ASQ (American Society for Quality) Quality Improvement, Lean Certification or other professional certifications. If not currently certified, candidate agrees to pursue certification.
• Data driven individual who is able to work as an individual contributor team leader, or team member.
• Excellent communications, organizational, and time management skills.
• Must be able to manage several projects simultaneously and delegate work to others as needed.
• Familiar with project management software tools; MS project would be a plus.
• Familiar with Root Cause Analysis, Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA's), Lean, Value Stream, DMAIC and problem-solving tools preferred.

Why Magellan?

• Competitive salary
• Attractive benefits package
• Generous Company 401K plan
• Positive work-life balance
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Magellan Aerospace is committed to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities for all. We welcome all applications without regard to social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or religious belief, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state/province, or local law.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let your Human Resources point of contact know and we will work with you, to the best of our ability to meet your needs.

Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.

Magellan may use an approved Artificial Intelligence (AI) note-taking tool to support the initial screening stage of its recruitment and selection process. All AI use is performed in accordance with Magellan's privacy policies and applicable laws, including but not limited to equal employment opportunity laws. Personal information associated with any job application will not be shared with or retained by any third party. The AI note-taking tool does not in any way assess or evaluate a candidate in relation to the hiring process and is simply an administrative tool used by Magellan. Magellan retains the ultimate discretion to determine which applications proceeds through the initial screening process. If the applicant has questions or concerns about Magellan Aerospace's AI note-taking tool, or wishes to opt out of its use, the applicant should notify Magellan Aerospace directly at any time during the recruitment or screening process.

This position requires access to technical data and necessitates that Magellan Aerospace obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, hires for this position - except U.S. Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), will be required to go through an export licensing review process. Magellan Aerospace does not make recruiting or hiring decisions based on citizenship, immigration status, or national origin; however, if information access or export control restrictions based upon applicable U.S. laws and regulations would prohibit an applicant from working in this position without first obtaining an export license, Magellan Aerospace expressly reserves the right not to offer employment.