Continuous Improvement Specialist

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Facilitates strategic initiatives that will aid in improvement or implementation of new systems, processes, services or cost-effective solutions.
• Conducts work on complex projects requiring the origination, scope, validation and application of new and unique approaches.
• Leads and facilitates various Kaizen events (i.e. VSM, TPI, PSK, SMED, SWfF, PCK, 3P, and FFV), and drives identification, implementation and monitoring of improvements.
• Leads, facilitates and coaches continuous improvement teams to find root causes and/or actionable items using lean manufacturing tools.
• Develops and manages Site CI Roadmap to monitor and track success in terms of stated goals.
• Leads DM cadence to identify trends, and use 80/20 principles to lead improvement initiatives to support customer and business requirements.
• Works with each function to implement dashboards and KPI’s to drive operational excellence.
• Pairs with various business functions to implement 5S and Visual Factory best-practices throughout the facility.
• Performs other activities and projects as assigned.

About PennAero

PennAero is a leading manufacturer of highly engineered fasteners and specialized components for critical aerospace, defense, space, and advanced energy applications. We partner with customers to solve their most complex challenges, bringing technical depth and disciplined, agile execution when it matters most. Experience guides our growth—strengthening capabilities and expanding our global platform as markets evolve. To learn more about PennAero's capabilities and commitment to aerospace excellence, visit https://pennaero.com.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business
• 6 years working in a lean manufacturing environment, preferably in the aerospace industry
• Proficient in all Microsoft applications
• Understanding of lean manufacturing concepts and 5S
• Previous participation in various Kaizen events
• Supervisory experience is preferred

Essential Physical/Mental Abilities Required

• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Individual is required to sit for long periods of time, occasionally required to walk, stoop, use hands to finger (keyboard), talk and hear
• The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds

Compensation

In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the expected pay range for this position is $100,000 - $130,000.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees)
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time)
• Retirement Program
• Other Voluntary Benefits