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Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is looking for a Supply Chain Organization Lean Practitioner (Level 3 or 4) to support the Boeing Supply Chain Team based out of Everett, WA.

Position Responsibilities:

• Coaching, leading and partnering with supplier manufacturing representative, functional support, and management on systematic problem-solving activities

• Promoting continuous improvement and problem-solving culture and tools

• Facilitating or coaching facilitation of continuous improvement workshops such as Accelerated Improvement Workshops, Value Stream Mapping, 3P, Autonomous Maintenance Workshops, Distribution Kaizens, Table Top, Moonshine, Kamishibai, Point of Use, Leader Standard Work, and Tier Boards

• Leading, facilitating, and project-managing improvement workshops and systematic problem-solving efforts in focus areas

• Leading and coaching day-to-day implementation of Boeing Production System (BPS) standard concepts predominantly in manufacturing areas

• Supporting more advanced and complex process improvements

• Instructing others in continuous improvement tools and principles using standardized lesson materials. Assists in formatting updated training materials.

• Supporting, coaching and partnering with a team at Senior Manager/Executive level to implement, grow, and sustain the Daily Management structure and cadence

• Participating in strategy development

• Removing roadblocks for teams, while mentoring them to do the same for themselves - teach, inspire and empower

• Assisting less advanced practitioners in proper usage of Lean tools

• Participating in or leading maturity evaluation and assessment activities.

• Reflecting on internal processes and BPS standards to systematically problem-solve and continuously improve (e.g., Tier Boards, Kamishibai, 5S)

• Work will primarily occur on 1st shift, while occasionally also supporting 2nd and 3rd shifts

• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally up to 50% of the time

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 6+ years of experience in using LEAN Manufacturing and/or Continuous Improvement practices and tools in the workplace.

• 6+ years of experience in teaching Lean+ tools and concepts.

• 6+ years of experience in leading a cross-functional team.

• Proficiency and experience working with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Willing and able to travel both domestically and internationally 50% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 1+ year Aerospace, Fabrication, or Manufacturing experience.

• Familiarity with Boeing Production System (BPS) and/or Toyota Production System (TPS) concepts.

• Experience leading or facilitating process improvement activities such as 5S, VSM, AIW, 3P, AMW/TPM, M&I, RCA, Systematic Problem-Solving, Theory of Constraints.

• Experience coaching team members and leaders in an operations environment.

• Strong communication skills.

Typical Education/Experience:

Experienced (Level 3):
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 6 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Master+4 years' related work experience, 10 years' related work experience, etc.).

Senior (Level 4):
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 10 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Master+8 years' related work experience, 14 years' related work experience, etc.).

Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.

Shift Work Statement:

This position is for first shift.

Union:

This is a non-union represented position.

Employee Referral:

Referral to this job is eligible for bonus.

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 salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range:

Level 3: $89,250 – $120,750

Level 4: $107,100 – $144,900

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.