Continuous Improvement Specialist

General Description:

The Continuous Improvement (CI) Specialist is responsible for analyzing and improving CPI Aero’s Quality Management System including identifying areas of improvement within systems, processes/procedures and work instructions and developing strategies to reduce low-value activities, waste and those that may contribute to the Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ). The CI Specialist considers many industry methods including Kaizen, Lean, Operational Excellence (OpEx), and Design for Excellence (DFX) objectives as it pertains to ensuring CPI Aero’s products continuously meet its quality, conformance and compliance requirements in the most efficient manner. This position acts as Quality’s CI facilitator and primary point of contact for most initiatives and collaborates with other departments, teams and individuals providing training as needed.

Essential Functions:

• Act as CI facilitator and the primary point of contact for Quality’s CI initiatives
• Lead dynamic teams and collaborate with stakeholders such as suppliers, customers and cross-functional teams including engineering, procurement, planning and manufacturing.
• Promote a culture of Quality and Excellence within CPI Aero.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within CPI Aero by analyzing quality metrics, identifying trends, and implementing best practices, corrective and preventive action plans.
• Perform trend analysis and support variability reduction utilizing Lean Manufacturing and other advanced analytical skills such as Statistical Process Control. Identify and develop data queries, threshold levels, etc. in support of focus areas / initiatives as required.
• Process Improvements:
• Identify waste and suggest improvements and CI initiatives to reduce the COPQ, etc.
• Assist Quality and other departments in optimizing any part of a selected value stream or process
• Research and develop improvement efforts/projects
• Perform cost and savings analysis of projects including brake-even points and ROI
• Support other Quality and business requirements as required
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify issues and connect corollary issues and effects
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal teams.
• Ability to work well in a multifunctional team environment
• Excellent understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100, AS9102, etc.).
• Experience with root cause analysis, statistical process control, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Experience in process mapping, cycle time reduction, waste elimination
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• General knowledge of aerospace/defense products, systems, specifications, standards, technologies - specifically in the area of product manufacturing, materials (metallurgy) and processing (i.e., heat treating, plating, coating; and non-destructive testing)

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field or equivalent education and work experience.
• Certifications and/or experience with OpEx, DFX, Kaizen, Lean, Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt or similar are preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in leading CI projects, quality engineering, or quality management, preferably within the defense or aerospace industry.

The salary range for this position is: $77,400-$115,300. Actual compensation will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and other factors allowed by law. Individuals are not typically hired at or near the top of the salary range.

CPI Aero considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $77,400.00 - $115,300.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Edgewood, NY 11717 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Edgewood, NY 11717: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $77,400 - $115,300