Lean Specialist I - Interiors

POSITION SUMMARYProvides P3E consultation/support to the Embraer Executive Aircraft Production facility. The role serves as the Continuous Improvement Agent and leads by coordinating and facilitating strategic decisions and being the liaison between the P3E Central Committee and the Production operation; both Phenom and Legacy lines. JOB RESPONSIBLITIESFacilitates customer relations internally and externally. Coordinates strategies to overcome the customer’s expectations.Coordinates the implementation and execution of the key P3E deliverables for each level of qualification.Supports project planning for improvement (Kaizen, Yokoten, Project Charting, projects with probabilistic data “Lean Green Belt” to more complex issues and possibilities to analyze data, DMAIC action deployment).Coordinates the process flows based on services/products of the NAC Value Stream Maps (VSM) with the support of P3E Cell Agents and support of the supervisors and/or managers.Follows up with EEA leaders, and other participants periodically regarding Kaizen results in order to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency. Calculates monthly KPI’s Supports Production unit’s P3E cells in conducting and/or submitting QCPC’s and Quality ClinicsSupports the Production facility in Global Kaizens and/or Global P3E Committees Uses required tools to assist in the solving problems regarding the processes of the P3E program Obtains continuous feedback from each team under each Production cell to identify potential roadblocks, concerns and issues that need to be rapidly resolvedHolds periodic meetings regarding Action PlansActively engaged in internal competition and year end awards and ceremoniesSupports the training of cell members for Kaizen and Yokoten programsProvides feedback on all A3 forms originating from any of the Production unit’s cellsParticipates and assists the Production unit’s cell leaders in monitoring the evolution of PA and improvement plansAssists in conducting and supporting presentations regarding improvement plans and programsESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESEducation:High School or GED equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.Green Belt Certification preferred. Experience: Prefer three plus years’ experience in corporate quality management system activities, organization & methods systems analysis, organizational development, and process workflow analysis, preferably in the aviation industry. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong knowledge of Lean practices (methods) abiding by Embraer Values.Ability to engage teamwork activities based on Embraer values.Ability to develop dynamic climate between cells so they can see the best practices of the values applied.Ability to influence people in the pursuit of continuous improvement.Ability to identify and understand the need for training to meet the training matrix gaps already identified. Knowledge of Six Sigma, ISO 18001, ISO 14000, ISO9001 methodologies and DMAIC philosophies. Proficient in Microsoft office and other computer related skills.Working Conditions / Environment/ Special RequirementsAbility to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations.GENERAL COMMITMENT FOR ALL EMPLOYEESCommitment to company values and complies with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures. Incorporates Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities. Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures. Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information. Satisfies work schedule requirements. The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Performs other duties as assigned.Embraer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Full-Time