Business Improvement Specialist (Hybrid)

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing’s continued success and growth is built on the philosophy of Continuous Improvement. This exciting role will support our growing Fixed Wing Business and will primarily support our E7 Wedgetail Programme. The role will combine Facilitation, Coaching, Training Employees and Project Coordination. Joining a successful Business Improvement Team this high profile position will support a range of Improvement / Change Initiatives and will also provide the successful person the opportunity to develop and grow their careers.

As a Business Improvement Specialist in Lean / Process Improvement methodologies you will be involved in a range of initiatives and projects crossing into manufacturing, maintenance, engineering, supply chain, and training services to deliver business benefits in safety, cost, quality and time. Experience in facilitating workshops, conducting independent investigations, providing support to cost reduction projects and process improvement will be a core responsibility. This position will also provide the successful person the opportunity to develop and grow their careers.

This role will be based at Bristol with travel to other BDUK sites. The position also allows flexible/hybrid working structure.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing subject matter expertise in Lean / Process Improvement Methodologies
• Providing training, coaching and mentoring in accordance with company standards to develop high performance work teams across multiple disciplines
• Assisting employee teams to develop metrics to support process improvements
• Facilitation and assisting problem solving activities
• Reporting, recording and presenting updates and outcomes of improvement initiatives and related activities
• Working closely with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvements

Competencies:

• Excellent Stakeholder Leadership Skills with the ability to influence and inspire cross functional teams to pursue continuous improvement
• Coaching & Mentoring skills to develop Lean competencies
• Competent facilitator with ability to work and influence in a matrix structure
• Experience in facilitating and organising improvement activities from 1 Day Kaizen events to 5 Day detailed process improvement events
• Ability to work in a high performing and demanding environment

• Experienced in a range of tools that include Value Stream Mapping, Problem Solving and Project Management
• Creating, analysing data & information, and translating into recommendations for improvement

Preferred Skills, Education & Experience:

• The ideal candidate will have proven experience in facilitation, project management and Lean / Continuous Improvement in a range of industries that includes Aerospace.
• Previous experience working in an Aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul environment will be advantageous.
• Your experience will enable you to demonstrate a track record of continued success through deploying Lean / Process Improvement Methodologies. You will also demonstrate examples where you have worked closely with customers and suppliers, built relationships and through those relationships delivered productivity, cost and quality improvements.
• You will have an appropriate academic education that underpins your working experiences. Qualifications in Project Management, Lean / Process Improvement, Six Sigma Methodologies will be expected.
• A relevant degree would be advantageous.

What Boeing offers you:

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year.
• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
• Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
• 6x annual salary life insurance
• Learning Together Programme to support your ongoing personal and career development
• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives
• 6 weeks paternity leave   

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Work Authorisation: This position does not have sponsorship approval. This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants.

Security Clearance: Willingness and eligibility to undergo and obtain a SECURITY CHECK/CLEARANCE is required.

Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Virtual Work Option: Hybrid.

Export Control Requirements: Not an export control position

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time