Continuous Improvement Lead

Eaton's Fuel and Motion Control Systems Division of Eaton's Aerospace Group is currently seeking a Continuous Improvement Lead. This position is based at our Euclid, OH facility. Sponsorship is not available.

Position Overview:

The Continuous Improvement Lead is responsible for supporting and implementing continuous improvement initiatives and Lean Manufacturing principles at the plant level in compliance with the Continuous Improvement Framework and the Eaton Lean System requirements.

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It's where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential-and where you can help us reach ours.

In this role, you will:

• Drive the CI vision at the plant level and inspire others to connect with the vision by driving a lean culture and implementing lean tools and processes, including gap analysis to current state.
• Lead Lean Internal Audits. Develop implementation plans with Business Team and Operational Leaders post audit (Tactical Plans).
• Conduct lean tool certification training. Plans and deploys training to support the plant's goals and objectives in lean manufacturing and to develop the depth of lean skills for the tool champions.
• Lead the Continuous Improvement Council that consists of plant leaders. Council monitors progress to the strategic plan and redirects activities and resources as needed to improve safety and quality, drive cost out of the business, and improve the lean culture and tool usage.
• Facilitate Rapid Improvement Events and train team leaders to facilitate events. Manage a structured closure process to drive accountability on follow-up activities.
• Deploy 5S level strategy throughout the manufacturing site.
• Facilitate cost out improvement opportunities.
• Support sharing of best practices as result of internal and external benchmarking activities.

When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we - as individuals and as a company - are stronger.

Qualifications

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree from accredited institution.
• 2 years' experience in continuous improvement or lean manufacturing deployment in a plant.
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
• No relocation will be offered for this position. Only candidates who reside within a 50 mile radius of the Euclid, OH facility will be considered for this position.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years' experience in manufacturing or Lean manufacturing deployment in a plant.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Windows, especially Excel
• Understanding of organizational behavior, including the ability to build a team, motivate, counsel, and constructively deal with people at all level

What you'll get from us:

We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site.

• Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites)
• Healthcare/retirement savings programs
• Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance
• Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development
• Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs
• Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico)

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Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power - today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we're accelerating the planet's transition to renewable energy, helping to solve the world's most urgent power management challenges, and doing what's best for our stakeholders and all of society. Founded in 1911, Eaton has been listed on the NYSE for nearly a century. We reported revenues of $19.6 billion in 2021 and serve customers in more than 170 countries.

Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company's operations by at least 50 percent by 2030.

Eaton is committed to having a workforce that is diverse and non-discriminatory at all levels, reflecting the diversity of our customers and the varied environments in which we conduct business around the world. Our success depends on our ability to attract and retain the very best people unlimited by race, color, social or economic status, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any protected status. Eaton follows relevant non-discrimination laws and regulations in the countries where we operate. It is the policy of the Company to make all decisions regarding employment, including hiring, compensation, training, promotions, transfers, or lay-offs, based on the principle of equal employment opportunity as defined above.

Job: Operational Excellence

Region: North America - US/Puerto Rico

Organization: AER FMC Fuel Motion Control Systems

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Schedule: Full-time

Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: No

Does this position offer relocation?: No

Travel: No