Continuous Improvement Practitioner

Job Description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. 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.

The opportunity

BDA's Operations Integration team delivers BDA-wide projects spanning from transformative initiatives through to internal projects, and continuous improvement. We also focus on process management to create more efficiency, generating capacity and value for our customers.

Our teams have direct connections to all areas of BDA and the broader Boeing Enterprise to support our collective priorities.

We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Continuous Improvement Focal to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for implementing continuous improvement initiatives across various departments, focusing on eliminating waste, enhancing integration, and improving overall efficiency.

This role requires a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for improvement and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive positive change.

This is an ideal position to grow your skills in continuous improvement, learning from a team of skilled practitioners, whilst contributing to the enhancement of the services we offer to our customers.

Responsibilities will include

• Develop and implement continuous improvement strategies that align with organisational goals.Conduct assessments to identify areas of waste and inefficiency within processes.
• Collaborate with teams to gather data, analyse processes, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions to promote a culture of continuous improvement and engage employees at all levels.
• Monitor and measure the effectiveness of implemented initiatives, providing regular updates to management.
• Work closely with stakeholders to ensure alignment and integration of improvement initiatives across departments.
• Utilise problem-solving techniques to address challenges and develop innovative solutions.
• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages feedback and the sharing of best practices.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in continuous improvement to drive innovation within the organisation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience in process improvement, operational excellence, or a similar role.
• Analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.A
• Ability to lead initiatives and work across a range of stakeholders.
• Familiarity with various continuous improvement methodologies (not limited to Lean or Six Sigma) is a plus.
• Task management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in an operational, manufacturing, logistics, or service-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of tools and software for process mapping, data analysis, and project management.
• Certification in continuous improvement methodologies is a plus but not required

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Flexible working options
• Study assistance
• Salary packaging
• Employee Incentive Program
• Global opportunities

If you are passionate about driving continuous improvement and making a meaningful impact within our organisation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

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; race, color, ethnicity, 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. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.