Lean Continuous Improvement Manager

PPG Industries, Inc
$150,000-$175,000 plus annual bonus
United States, California, Sylmar
Jun 03, 2025
As the Aerospace Lean Continuous Improvement Manager, you will lead and drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives within aerospace production and operations. You will focus on enhancing operational efficiency, reducing waste, improving quality, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement aligned with aerospace industry standards and regulatory requirements. This is an onsite role in our Sylmar, CA. facility and you will report to the Plant Manager. Key Responsibilities Develop, implement, and sustain lean manufacturing strategies and continuous improvement programs across aerospace production lines and support functions. Lead cross-functional teams to identify process inefficiencies, waste, and bottlenecks, and implement solutions using lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and Root Cause Analysis. Collaborate with engineering, quality, supply chain, and production teams to ensure alignment of continuous improvement initiatives with goals and aerospace compliance standards (e.g., AS9100). Facilitate development programs to build lean capabilities and continuous improvement mindset among employees at all levels. Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to productivity, quality, cost reduction, and delivery performance. Promote standardization of best practices and sustainment of improvements through documentation, audits, and regular reviews. Support new product introductions and process changes by applying lean principles to increase workflows and reduce cycle times. Participate in problem-solving activities related to production issues, quality concerns, and operational challenges. Champion a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement in compliance with aerospace industry regulations and company policies. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or operational excellence roles within the aerospace or a highly regulated manufacturing industry. Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, tools, and methodologies. Experience with aerospace quality standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., AS9100, FAA regulations). Project management skills. Proficiency with data analysis tools and software (e.g., Minitab, Excel, ERP systems). US Person Salary Range $150,000-$175,000 plus annual bonus #LI-Onsite PPGs loneintervall och formaner kan variera beroende pa marknad, vilket gor att vi kan kompensera anstallda konkurrenskraftigt pa olika geografiska marknader. PPG tar hansyn till flera faktorer for att fatta beslut om ersattning, inklusive, men inte begransat till, kompetens, erfarenhet och fortbildning, kvalifikationer och utbildning, licenser och certifieringar samt andra organisatoriska behov. Andra incitament kan galla. Vara formansprogram for anstallda ar utformade for att stodja vara anstalldas halsa och valbefinnande. Forsakringsskydd och formaner ar utformade i enlighet med kollektivavtal samt arbetsrattliga lagar och avtal. About us: Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday - everyday. PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company.. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter. The PPG Way Every single day at PPG: We partner with customers to create mutual value. We are "One PPG" to the world. We trust our people every day, in every way. We make it happen. We run it like we own it. We do better today than yesterday - everyday. PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com. PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.