Council for Airport Opportunity
Duties & Responsibilities
- Analyze material and information flows for the operations unit to identify opportunities for improvement in productivity, material consumption, quality, safety, and space utilization
- Plan and guide unit management in productivity, material, waste, safety, and quality improvement initiatives
- Support and drive continuous process improvements utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles to maximize departmental efficiencies, minimize waste, and improve safety
- Perform diagnostics on major cost drivers including material, labor, and out of control expenses
- Make documented proposals for improvements and work with unit management on implementation of changes
- Oversee standardization program rollout and secure relevance and availability of Production System road maps and blueprints
- Train and build capability at all levels of the operation regarding Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques
- Coach staff and lead training and presentation sessions
- Present progress and plans to company executives and liaise with corporate and area Continuous Improvement resources
- Participate in cross-fertilization with other sites and areas and propose and maintain company best practices and benchmark initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Economics, Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field required
- 4+ years of experience in Lean Manufacturing or related experience as an Industrial Engineer
- Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in a high-volume manufacturing, food production, restaurant, or catering environment preferred
- 6-Sigma or Lean Manufacturing Certification preferred
- Ability to obtain ServSafe Certification required
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing techniques including Just in Time, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, and Kanban system
- Experience analyzing operations, cost drivers, material and information flows, productivity, and operation expenses
- Strong computer skills using Microsoft Office products including Excel — exposure to AutoCAD is a plus
- Must be available to travel up to 50% of the time and work a schedule that includes nights and weekends as needed
- Proficiency in Spanish preferred
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Life, Accident, and Hospital Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts
- Paid Time Off
At Council for Airport Opportunity, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all applicants and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
