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The AOS - Lean Improvement Expert contributes directly to the Airbus Industrial strategy by defining and deploying ways of working within operational teams with direct contact with key stakeholders. With a deep knowledge of lean principles and a proven shop-floor experience in Manufacturing, you will address systemic operational performance issues with piloted, standardized & sustainable solutions through the Airbus Operating System.
Job Responsibility:
Deployment: Contribute directly to the Airbus industrial strategy by defining and deploying ways of working within operational teams and influencing plant management teams
Improve business efficiency and results achievement by advising plant stakeholders on business priorities
Deployment of business improvement / transformation road maps
Pilot the lean/AOS standards first implementations in the plant/FAL
Set up and support governance and steering at all levels
Contribute to key projects with Lean/AOS skills & competencies
Facilitate workshops on dedicated topics in complex situations or for training purposes
Run and facilitate specific Gembas and shop floor exercises coaching senior management
Development, Industrial Assessment and Diagnosis: Support development of Lean/AOS standards to answer the business issues & priorities
Assess standard implementation is at the right level
Lead assessments of industrial maturity integrating operations performance & AOS standard adherence
Lead industrial task forces: diagnosis, solution definition and implementation, results achievement
Advise managers on how to improve performance by running specific AOS diagnosis
Coaching, Influencing and Training: Design and provide on-the-job coaching of the AOS deployment architecture strategy
Design strategies for coaching, mentoring & training in regards to change management, Lean and AOS standards/tools
Provide knowledge transfer in dedicated manufacturing areas/populations to local plant/FAL teams
Growing the knowledge and autonomy of business managers and change agents
Facilitate / co-lead / support training development and deployment
Identify and escalate competence gaps to top management
Promoting the use of internal good practices and external benchmarking
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering
7-10 years in lean/continuous improvement projects demonstrating tangible & sustainable results
Solid knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes, production management and industrialization principles
Experienced in project management, including multi-functional teams and financial aspects
Able to demonstrate operational experience in the implementation and optimization of industrial systems
Good communication skills, active listening and a proactive approach to problem solving & decision making
Proven coaching / training competencies, Leadership, Assertiveness to influence and challenge the status quo
Fluency in local language mandatory / English negotiation level
Eligible for employment in the US
10% travel Domestic and International
Nice to have:
License / Certification: APICS basic level, Six Sigma/Lean Black Belt, Kepner Tregoe or equivalent preferred
Ability and experience to train managers, technicians and operators
Deep knowledge and experience of AOS / lean manufacturing and lean management / problem solving
Good knowledge and experience in industrial engineering, quality tools, problem solving, logistics engineering and process optimization
Experience in leading lean manufacturing workshops such as kaizen, VSM, SMED, 5S, etc.
Experience in operations management within a best-in-class lean environment
Coaching skills and experience with communication competences
Ability to inspire and give meaning
Aeronautical manufacturing basics
Capability to design strategies for change management, coaching, mentoring and training
What we offer:
Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program
Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and other supplemental benefit coverages
Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility