Lean Practitioner

Job Description

Job Description

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Job Description

Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is seeking highly motivated, lean-focused, and passionate problem solvers to join our team as a Lean Practitioner (Level 4) supporting the 737 North Line Program in Everett, WA site .

In this role, you will drive continuous improvement and operational excellence by implementing lean initiatives that eliminate waste, enhance quality, and reduce process flow times. Your work will directly contribute to achieving production rate increases while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and systematic problem-solving.
• Support or lead continuous improvement workshops.
• Manage or support lean activities including project management, data collection, information gathering, and reporting.
• Understand and apply Boeing Production System (BPS) standards, including internal processes.
• Maintain a personal development plan to grow lean skills.

• Assist with instruction in improvement tools, principles, and basic Lean modules.
• Actively work on personal development to advance Lean skills

Specific Responsibilities:

• Coach, lead, and partner with manufacturing, functional support, and management on problem-solving activities at the minimum up to Director Leader level.
• Lead or facilitate Lean workshops such as Accelerated Improvement Workshops (AIW), Value Stream Mapping (VSM), 3P, and Autonomous Maintenance Workshops (AMW).
• Lead project management activities and drive lean process improvement projects.
• Apply and teach BPS standards to others.
• Demonstrate influence across cross-functional teams.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of experience in Aerospace, Fabrication, or manufacturing environment
• 5+ years of experience using LEAN Manufacturing and/or Continuous Improvement practices and tools in the workplace
• 3+ years of experience working in cross-functional teams
• 3+ years of experience in a role which required strong interpersonal and communication skills
• 3+ years of experience using strong analytical and problem solving skills

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 8+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 8+ years of experience implementing lean principles
• 3+ years of experience teaching Lean tools and concepts
• 1+ years of experience utilizing systematic problem solving tools (BPSM/RSPS)
• 1+ years of experience using Oobeya or other site level strategic planning tools
• Boeing Lean Tool Certifications (PARL: BPSM, AIW, VSM, 3P…)

Shift:

This role is primarily 1st shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives.

COI:

Successful candidate for this job must satisfy the company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies .

Total Rewards

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.  

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. 

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the information shown below is a general guideline only.  Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  

Summary pay range: 132,300 - $161,700

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 07, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This is not an Export Control position.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.