Continuos Improvement Leader H-M

The Continuous Improvement Leader's role is to complement and strengthen the execution of the management strategy. They are responsible for implementing the manager's directives through effective project management, facilitating the adoption of advanced technologies and world-class methodologies. Their focus is on optimizing processes to increase efficiency, quality, and safety, implementing methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen, and acting as a change agent at all organizational levels. They collaborate closely with different areas (Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations) and foster talent development by training teams in improvement tools.

1. Strategic Leadership: Define and lead the continuous improvement strategy across all production lines, aligning it with management guidelines, business objectives, and industry best practices.
2. Process Optimization: Identify, analyze, and optimize key manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, safety, and quality, while reducing lead times and waste.
3. Implementation of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma: Implement and maintain Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Six Sigma projects, ensuring the adoption of standardized work and process controls (5S, OS Kaizen, Green/Black Belts, One SAFRAN, QRQC, Participative Innovation).
Change Management: Drive change initiatives by engaging stakeholders at all levels, ensuring their buy-in, and executing successful transformation projects.
5. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to align improvement initiatives with the organization's overall objectives.
6. KPIs and Performance Measurement: Develop, monitor, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), driving data-driven decision-making and reporting progress to management.
7. Training and Coaching: Guide and train employees in continuous improvement tools, fostering a culture of problem-solving and continuous learning.

The Continuous Improvement Leader's role is to complement and strengthen the execution of the management strategy. They are responsible for implementing the manager's directives through effective project management, facilitating the adoption of advanced technologies and world-class methodologies. Their focus is on optimizing processes to increase efficiency, quality, and safety, implementing methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen, and acting as a change agent at all organizational levels. They collaborate closely with different areas (Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations) and foster talent development by training teams in improvement tools.

1. Strategic Leadership: Define and lead the continuous improvement strategy across all production lines, aligning it with management guidelines, business objectives, and industry best practices.
2. Process Optimization: Identify, analyze, and optimize key manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, safety, and quality, while reducing lead times and waste.
3. Implementation of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma: Implement and maintain Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Six Sigma projects, ensuring the adoption of standardized work and process controls (5S, OS Kaizen, Green/Black Belts, One SAFRAN, QRQC, Participative Innovation).
Change Management: Drive change initiatives by engaging stakeholders at all levels, ensuring their buy-in, and executing successful transformation projects.
5. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to align improvement initiatives with the organization's overall objectives.
6. KPIs and Performance Measurement: Develop, monitor, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), driving data-driven decision-making and reporting progress to management.
7. Training and Coaching: Guide and train employees in continuous improvement tools, fostering a culture of problem-solving and continuous learning.

Job Requirements

EDUCATION
- Master's degree (or higher) in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, Operations Management, or Business Administration (MBA).
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (or higher certification).
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification (If external, must be certified by SAFRAN).
- Additional certifications in Change Management, Operational Excellence, or Digital Manufacturing.
- Programming language skills (desirable)

ENGLISH LEVEL
- Advanced English.
EXPERIENCE
- Advanced knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen
- Strong project management and leadership skills
- Proficient in digital manufacturing and Industry 4.0 concepts
- Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Experience with ERP and MES systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
COMPUTER SKILLS
- Minitab
- Teams PowerAPPs
- MS Project
- Office
- Power BI

Job Requirements

EDUCATION
- Master's degree (or higher) in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, Operations Management, or Business Administration (MBA).
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (or higher certification).
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification (If external, must be certified by SAFRAN).
- Additional certifications in Change Management, Operational Excellence, or Digital Manufacturing.
- Programming language skills (desirable)

ENGLISH LEVEL
- Advanced English.
EXPERIENCE
- Advanced knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen
- Strong project management and leadership skills
- Proficient in digital manufacturing and Industry 4.0 concepts
- Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Experience with ERP and MES systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
COMPUTER SKILLS
- Minitab
- Teams PowerAPPs
- MS Project
- Office
- Power BI

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

8. Digital Transformation: Integrate Industry 4.0 solutions, leveraging automation, IoT, and advanced analytics to further drive process efficiency and innovation.
9. Sustainability Improvement: Lead initiatives that improve environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, and waste reduction in manufacturing processes.
10. Benchmarking and Best Practices: Research and implement best practices from global leaders in the aerospace industry to ensure a competitive advantage and regulatory compliance. Define project boundaries with the sponsor's assistance. Engage experts in team dynamics.
11. Perform other duties inherent to the position according to the needs of the company. Purpose: To meet the established goals of the organization.
12. Comply with safety, hygiene and environmental programs and policies, preventive and educational approach that allows preventing accidents and occupational diseases, improving working conditions, and reducing environmental impacts.

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

8. Digital Transformation: Integrate Industry 4.0 solutions, leveraging automation, IoT, and advanced analytics to further drive process efficiency and innovation.
9. Sustainability Improvement: Lead initiatives that improve environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, and waste reduction in manufacturing processes.
10. Benchmarking and Best Practices: Research and implement best practices from global leaders in the aerospace industry to ensure a competitive advantage and regulatory compliance. Define project boundaries with the sponsor's assistance. Engage experts in team dynamics.
11. Perform other duties inherent to the position according to the needs of the company. Purpose: To meet the established goals of the organization.
12. Comply with safety, hygiene and environmental programs and policies, preventive and educational approach that allows preventing accidents and occupational diseases, improving working conditions, and reducing environmental impacts.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Cabin designs, certifies, manufactures and supports innovative aircraft cabin interiors, equipment and systems, providing airlines and OEM Customers with distinctive aircraft branding, and their passengers with a safe, comfortable and enjoyable flying experience.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Cabin designs, certifies, manufactures and supports innovative aircraft cabin interiors, equipment and systems, providing airlines and OEM Customers with distinctive aircraft branding, and their passengers with a safe, comfortable and enjoyable flying experience.