Lean Specialist Job at Lufthansa Technik, Puerto Rico

RmFDTU9OMmsrdDBHeUVrYVgvcUJBS1h1MWc9PQ==
  • Lufthansa Technik
  • Puerto Rico

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Lean Specialist

Job Posting Opening Date: August 12, 2024

Job Posting Expiration Date: August 30, 2024

Department: Process Management & Innovation

Reports to: Supervisor Process Management and Innovation

Direct Reports: none

Employment Category : Exempt

Description of the position

The Lean Expert, of the Process Management and Innovation Department, will play a pivotal role in enhancing operational efficiency, reducing waste, and optimizing processes across various maintenance activities. The Specialist will drive continuous improvement initiatives that align with our strategic goals of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Essential Duties

  • Pro-actively Support the ONE Production System in general and the Process Management & Innovation Supervisor in particular in implementing, sustaining and continuously improving the OPS network with their central and local strategic projects and initiatives.
  • Lead change management efforts by fostering a culture of continuous improvement and gaining buy-in from stakeholders, therefore serving as a catalyst for continuous improvement.
  • Conduct detailed analysis of current maintenance processes, identify inefficiencies, and map out existing workflows.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand process bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
  • Apply Lean principles and tools such as Value Stream Mapping (VSM), 5S, Kaizen events, Standard Work, and Visual Management to streamline operations.

  • Implement Lean methodologies to eliminate waste, reduce cycle times, and optimize resource utilization and space, as well as standardization.
  • Manage Lean improvement projects from inception to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and objectives are met.
  • Provide training and guidance to personnel on Lean principles and methodologies to build capabilities across the organization.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable solutions and monitor post-implementation results.
  • Ensure that Lean initiatives align with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and industry best practices.
  • Promote the awareness of current developments in Lean methods & tools, problem solving, CI and Change management.
  • Assist the Process Management & Innovation Supervisor in maintaining the OPS Control platform (OPS-CC).

Qualification & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
  • Certification in Lean Six Sigma (e.g., Green Belt, Black Belt) highly desirable.
  • Bring 3-4 years of valuable Process or Project experience, showcasing expertise in Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies (preferably in the MRO environment).
  • Demonstrate a keen interest in projects, preferably with experience in Maintenance or Production Processes.
  • Have a background in aviation, a definite plus.
  • Showcase an excellent understanding of Process concepts.

  • Excellent organizational and analytical skills
  • Ability to work accurately with attention to detail and quality
  • High sense of responsibility, commitment to delivery and constant improvement
  • Time management and priority setting skills

  • Are fluent in English and Spanish
  • Utilize MS-Office effortlessly.
  • Possess didactical skills, making you an effective communicator and team player.
  • Thrive in a dynamic environment, showing resilience under stress.
  • Have a high level of discipline and courage for Process Governance & Compliance Culture.
  • Available to travel abroad.

Job Tags

Local area,

Similar Jobs

Headlight

Mental Health Therapist - California Job at Headlight

 ...and therapy services ~ Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus, but not required ~...  ...employment with this agency~ Ability to work as a team member and cooperatively~...  ...Growth Opportunities Convenient work from home or hybrid options Flexible schedule... 

ptifoods

Food Safety Analyst Job at ptifoods

 ...Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Food Safety Analyst to join our team on a full time permanent basis! You will be responsible for ensuring that our HACCP plan and food safety standards are current and being followed by the plant staff and supervisors... 

Royal United Mortgage

Sales Representative Job at Royal United Mortgage

 ...motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as an Entry-Level Inside Sales Loan Advisor. We have been named a Top Workplace in the...  ...Plan which includes: ~ Stellar 401k plan (20% match!)~ Medical ~ Dental ~ Vision ~ HSA Employer Match ~ Life... 

Akron Children's Hospital

Medical Assistant I: Dermatology - New Rates of Pay and $2,000 Sign on bonus available Job at Akron Children's Hospital

 ...Full-time, 40 hours/week 8:00am to 4:30pm Onsite $2,000 Sign on bonus [taxable] available Summary : The Medical Assistant role provides clinical and administrative support for patients under the direction of a Provider and/or licensed Nurse.... 

Idaho State Job Bank

Food Plant Sanitation Technician Job at Idaho State Job Bank

 ...Food Plant Sanitation Technician at Jacksons in Caldwell, Idaho, United States Job Description Food Plant Sanitation Technician Caldwell, ID, USA ? Capitol Distributing, 1920 S. KCID Rd., Caldwell, Idaho, United States of America Req #11083 Thursday, October 24, 2024...