Senior Manager, Continuous Improvement

L3Harris Technologies

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.Job Title: Senior Manager, Continuous ImprovementJob Code: 27646Job Location: Salt Lake City, UTJob Schedule: 9/80Job Description:L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Sr Manager, Continuous Improvement for our Sat Lake City, Utah location. The Continuous Improvement Sr Manager will play a crucial role at the site in developing, leading, and influencing changes in the location's Continuous Improvement strategy, policies, practices, and/or approaches. The individual will identify and deploy Lean Sigma strategies, road maps, and projects within a fast-paced high mix low volume manufacturing environment. The individual will drive significant improvements in processes, systems, and/or products to achieve business financial and operational goals. The individual must leverage strong interpersonal skills, apply lean-sigma knowledge, and utilize a “hands-on” approach while leading and/or facilitating Lean Sigma projects/events within the organization at all levels.Responsibilities:
  • Manage a team of 2-3 direct employees with a focus on Lean Sigma strategy and implementation/deployment across the organization.
  • Coordinate the scope of work for ~4 additional cross functional team members in conjunction with continuous improvement efforts across the business.
  • Create value stream maps and assessments/gap analysis to identify opportunities for improvement, including deployment/improvement road map.
  • Identify, scope, and define Lean Sigma projects/events to deliver stakeholder value.
  • Present projects to peers and leaders and manage/transition projects through the close-out phase.
  • Plan, assist, and/or conduct various Lean Sigma projects/events throughout the organization’s value streams to drive positive improvements and results.
  • Provide Lean Sigma initial/re-current basic, intermediate, and advanced training to leaders/team members.
  • Utilize and apply Lean Sigma practices, tools, and methodology throughout the organization’s value streams.
  • Monitor and assist project/event teams to achieve established goals/targets, communicate/report results to leaders and within the organization.
  • Monitor, update, manage, and communicate/report key performance measurements and product/process improvement results to leaders and within the organization.
  • Facilitate, promote, and encourage positive culture change consistent with L3H Lean Enterprise - Continuous Improvement strategy and initiatives.
  • Participate as a team member, facilitator, or leader in various cross-functional problem-solving and continuous improvement projects/events.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Process improvement experience with demonstrable competency in the application of Lean Sigma tools and methodologies (e.g., 6S, Waste Reduction, TPM, SMED, Kanban, FEMA’s, DMAIC, PDCA, 8D, Process/Value Stream Mapping, Mistake/Error Proofing, SMED, VA/VE, DOE, etc.).
  • Strong background in value streams and core business/manufacturing processes supporting manufactured product/service to a customer.
  • Ability to drive continuous improvement and deliver valued results.
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to multi-task.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills at all levels of the organization.
  • Leadership and coaching abilities.
  • Ability to interact and work effectively with others at all levels of the organization and be a participative team player.
  • Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, Lean Mastery, Minitab, and other similar software.
  • Strategic thinker with a clear vision to drive world-class change management
Qualifications:· Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 12 years of prior related experience OR Graduate Degree with a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.Preferred Qualifications:
  • LEAN certification and/or Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (preferred).
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in or . For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for or .

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