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Mid-Level Continuous Improvement Specialist

Wichita, KansasFull-time$72k–$110k2026-08-25 → 2026-11-10

Core

Drive continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing initiatives to optimize processes, reduce costs, and support commercial aerostructure production.

Role type

Mid-level continuous improvement specialist (Lean/Manufacturing)

Builds

Lean strategies, process improvements, and cost-saving initiatives for commercial aerostructures

Domain

Aerospace manufacturing / Lean operations

Required skills

Lean Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), 6S, Kanban, GEMBA, Kaizen events, SAP/ERP/MRP, process analysis, risk assessment, project coordination

Preferred skills

Six Sigma, PMP, industrial engineering concepts, cross-functional leadership, executive presentation skills

Technologies

Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SAP, ERP, MRP

Responsibilities

Apply Lean principles and tools to improve processes; coach teams on Lean methodologies; develop and implement Lean strategies; facilitate Kaizen events; analyze performance metrics for cost savings; manage cross-functional projects.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC