Continuous Improvement Manager
 M1 Support Services | |
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 Jan 16, 2025 | |
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Continuous Improvement Manager
Location Fort Novosel, AL Job Posting No Req. 111325 , Pos. 112681 Start Date TBD Contract FT Novosel AMS Salary Range DOE Posting Date January 15, 2025 Union No FLSA Status Exempt Shift Work Yes FT/PT Full-time Relocation No Travel Possible M1 is looking for a Continuous Improvement Manager with the following knowledge and experience: Position Description: * Supports and drives a culture of continuous improvement across the contract. * Operationalizes and supports the Continuous Improvement Director's guidance and intent. * Implements and manages the Continuous Improvement Program and standardization of processes. * Ensures Continuous Improvement events support Operational Excellence, Business Process Excellence, and/or People Excellence. * Facilitates and/or directs Kaizen/rapid improvement events to improve operations, decrease cycle time and streamline work flow processes. * Appropriately applies Lean Six Sigma/Theory of Constraints (LSS/TOC) and other methodologies. * Promotes "hands on", systematic approach to problem solving. * Serves as a mentor to Continuous Improvement Specialists, a resource to various M1 program managers and directors, and a critical member of the M1 University Team. * Assists with the hiring, training, and further educational planning of Continuous Improvement Specialists to ensure appropriate qualifications and certifications. * Ensures processes are in accordance with current regulations, legal requirements, and industry trends. In addition, the candidate should possess the following requirements: * Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt from a major certifying agency preferred. * Successfully completed formal training conducted by the U.S. Army or Armed Forces equivalent, or training courses conducted by industry or civilian institutions in continuous improvement methods. * Must be able to meet any Government/Company licensing/qualification requirements for the position and obtain the level of Industrial Security Clearance required by the Government. * Must be reliable, self-motivated, and able to deal with stressful situations and timelines while maintaining a professional and non-confrontational attitude. * Must be able to lead Continuous Improvement Team in the absence of the Continuous Improvement Director. * Must be able to analyze data. * Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. * Must be able to effectively and diplomatically communicate in written and verbal formats across the workforce. * Must be able to build consensus across functional areas and shifts. * Must be able to build interpersonal relationships within a maintenance, repair, and overhaul and business environments. * Actively utilize a "Collaborative Team Approach" in all situations. * Proactive style that ensures the completion of projects despite obstacles. * Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). * Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English. * High school diploma or equivalent required. * Bachelor's Degree in related field and/or five years' experience in aviation maintenance preferred. Physical demands and environmental conditions * This classification activity is typically accomplished in an office environment and as such requires the scope of physical movements and postures normally associated with these activities. Typical physical demands or activities include climbing, standing, bending, stooping, pushing, kneeling, reaching and walking. May be required to lift objects which normally will not exceed 10 pounds. Special vision abilities required to perform this job are close vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus. M1 Support Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including several options for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dependent Life, AD&D, Short-and Long-term Disability. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified health and dependent care expenses, as well as a free Employee Assistance Program. M1 Support Services, a business headquartered in Denton, Texas provides a variety of professional, technical, and maintenance services to the Department of Defense and government agencies. M1 Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. | |