Director Continuous Improvement

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world.

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Why work at Chromalloy?

Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers. As a global company, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel represented, heard, and able to bring their best selves to work every day. Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy!

Our Total Rewards Program is designed to support you today and in the future.

• Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
• Development & progression opportunities for every employee - regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leave-all eligible on your first day of employment!
• Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.

Eligibility for individual benefit plans may vary based on employment status.

Seeking a senior strategic leader responsible for developing and propagating a deep culture of continuous improvement and Lean across a diverse production, repair, logistics and business operations in Aerospace industry.

Ideal candidate would be experienced in operationalizing executive strategy to transform shop-floor execution, back-office processes and drive measurable step level improvement in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. This role will report directly to VP Operations and Transformation.

Onsite at one of the following US sites: Tampa FL, Windsor CT, Orangeburg NY, Newnan GA, San Antonio TX, Phoenix AZ, San Diego CA, Carson City NV.

Core Responsibilities

Strategy & Roadmap Development: Evaluate, refine and deploy an enterprise-wide Lean operating system that aligns with long-term business goals. Experience with leading Goal Deployment Process/ Hoshin Kanri is preferred.

Change Management & Culture: Act as a primary change agent, coaching executive leadership and site managers to adopt Lean behaviors, discipline, and data-driven decision-making. Deep experience in practicing and teaching problem solving techniques is preferred.

Operational Excellence: Lead high-impact Kaizen events, Value Stream Analysis, 3P and root cause assessments to eliminate waste and optimize factory throughput. Experience with planning and facilitating large scale and multiple Shingajutsu events in parallel is preferred.

KPI & Governance: Standardize, operationalize and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), lead time reduction, and first-pass yield.

Building CI Talent: Establish internal Lean training programs and develop selected team members to create a self-sustaining network of Lean trainers and practitioners.

Experienced Leader: Lead, mentor and empower team of diverse lean resources to develop and drive lean roadmaps for each site and selected functions, with the goal of achieving and exceeding strategic objectives.

Advise and Communicate: Serve as advisor to senior management, develop coordinate, and execute communication plans for all stakeholders including progress updates, lessons learned, best practices, successes, provide overall transparency on site level and functional CI efforts

Key Requirements

Regulatory Compliance: Develop ecosystem to design and sustain all process improvements to comply with stringent industry standards like AS9100, FAA, and EASA.

High-Complexity Manufacturing: Experience managing Lean in low-volume, high-complexity environments (e.g., component repair, single crystal castings, specialized coatings, special processes, engine assembly and test etc.).

Propagate Safety & Quality Mindset: Ensure that Lean initiatives must prioritize safety and zero-defect quality standards critical to flight safety.

Ability to Travel: Able to travel up to 50% of time, some instance may require 75% of travel.

Qualifications & Skills

Experience: 10+ years in manufacturing/operations, project/ program management with at least 5 years in a dedicated Lean leadership role.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field; an MBA is preferred.

Certifications: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt is required. PMP certification is preferred.

Soft Skills: Strong influence without direct authority, resilience in the face of resistance, and "humble/transparent" leadership traits.

Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.

Chromalloy participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.

Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.

In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please contact: https://www.chromalloy.com/contact-us/