Continuous Improvement Manager

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Job Title:

Continuous Improvement Manager

Reporting To:

Director, Operational Excellence

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Buffalo, NY

Our Commercial Aircraft Group is looking for a Continuous Improvement Manager. You will report to the Director of Operational Excellence located with the Moog Commercial Aircraft Group in East Aurora, NY. You will strategize, deploy and implement lean and continuous improvement activities across the entire value streams of the CAG OE Division.

As a Continuous Improvement Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Lean Transformation and Business Operating System: Lead the deployment, maturity and sustainment of lean & CI activities across multiple value streams, functions and sites.
• Align with the Breakthrough Objectives (BTO) of the Commercial OE business strategy.
• Coach leaders across the organization in lean leadership behaviors and empower teams to solve problems effectively.
• Identify, prioritize and execute CI projects through Kaizens and A3 methodologies.
• Deliver measurable results through OEE, Cycle time, Inventory, Lead time, Throughput and FPY improvements.
• Build relationships and lead through influence across the various different functions and sites.
• Coordinate initiatives and projects with Plant managers, Value Stream leaders, Supply chain, Engineering & Quality functions.
• Form and lead the lean steering committee to provide governance and oversight
• Hold responsibility over developing the CI Roadmap for CAG OE.

To be considered for the Continuous Improvement Manager, here are the skills you'll bring with you:

• Bachelor's degree Engineering or Business with a minimum of five (5) years' experience

• Background in Engineering (Manufacturing/Product, /Supply Chain/Business).

• Lean/Six Sigma Skills required.
• Strong data analysis skillset preferred.
• Critical and independent thinking, able to lead and influence a team, people skills.

How we care for you:

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages
• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
• Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace: Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities.
• Additional site-specific benefits may be offered

Salary Range Transparency:

Buffalo, NY $120,000.00–$150,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.

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