Continuous Improvement Site Lead - Black Belt

Job Description Job Description Company Description Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place.  Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security. Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day. Job Description Develops and executes SES Lean strategy within Division Site and/or Value Stream. Lean methodology is focused on building a disciplined operational review and execution system at value stream and site level. This is a key role in leading and driving cultural change in operational and business transformation environment. This position requires excellent organizational, prioritization and facilitation skills, the ability to work independently and partner with business leaders and key stakeholders in identifying and executing continuous improvement in all operational and functional areas Job duties to include but are not limited to;

Develops and executes LEAN strategy for their site, value stream and business.  Build LEAN capabilities within Smiths in alignment with SES strategy. Collaborate with Division Lean colleagues to train practitioners, support cross-functional Kaizens and act as Lean SME for Lean development programs.  Train operational and functional teams in Lean principles, methodology, and tools. Facilitates the development and deployment of a disciplined Daily Management System incorporating Leader Standard Work, Visual Management and Daily Accountability Partner with all functions to develop cross-functional end-to-end value stream maps to capture current state, define future state with a roadmap of actions to improve customer performance and achieve business objectives.  Execute projects focused on improvements in customer performance, increased throughput and speed, reduced cycle times/lead times and productivity improvement. Coach teams to do the same. Coach site leadership team & employees through regular Gemba walks to drive continuous improvement  Utilize best practices and data to influence leaders and teams to achieve positive business results.  Identifies, promotes, and disseminates out-of-the-box Lean thinking and best practices, supports and coaches during SES strategy workshops and project implementations.  Plays a role in facilitating the effectiveness of the enterprise-wide SES deployment including: active participation in the global Community of Practice, sharing of best practices, supporting the success of other belts and other duties to enable the success of SES at Smiths.  Functions as a catalyst for a culture of excellence including: Customer focus, data-driven decision-making, ownership of processes and operational metrics, Lean Six Sigma as Smiths’ Way of Working, and Servant Leadership to create an inclusive continuous improvement environment. Travel 10-15% expected to service sites in North America including USA and Canada.  Qualifications

Education:  Bachelor’s degree required. Experience:

5 years of demonstrable and extensive LEAN leadership.  5 years facilitating large-scale strategic initiatives.  5 years of experience in Lean Management Systems within medium or large company. Experience leading and creating high-performing teams and championing change. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.  Highly seasoned and experienced LEAN leader a practitioner with a proven track record of end-to-end value stream management (e.g., operations, administration, customer-facing).

Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Leadership – ability to formulate and communicate clear vision and sense of direction and mobilize people Communication – ability to effectively influence and articulate using different channels (verbal and written). Strong written and verbal communication skills.  Facilitating – ability to organize and facilitate multidisciplinary teams through structured workshops (strategic session, Kaizens, problem solving sessions). Change management – ability to communicate a need for change, create all necessary conditions for successful change and overcome different forms of resistance. Execution - ability to translate ideas into implementation plans and execute the projects on time with high quality; working collaboratively with teams to drive successful outcomes Coaching – ability to coach people to develop their skills and abilities to achieve agreed upon objectives.  Training – ability to identify and formulate training needs and assure training execution and follow up. Problem solving – ability to coach and support leaders and teams in using data to drive problem solving  Willing to travel up to 15% of the time for business purposes. Advanced level skill in Microsoft Office tools – including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint.

Background: This position requires a U.S. Personal Security Clearance. Applicant must be a U.S. person. SDI is a Federal Contractor and a drug-free workplace. By submitting an application, I confirm that I understand that the Company has a right to require me to submit to a drug test prior to employment and at any time during my employment, to the extent permitted by law.

Additional Information

We offer… Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective. Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place. Smiths Detection is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity PostersIf you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email [email protected]. The compensation for this position ranges from $101,395 - $152,093/yr and will vary depending on factors such as your location, skills, job-related knowledge, and experience. The compensation package includes incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary annual bonus or commissions. Smiths Detection provides comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation, sick time, parental leave and an employee assistance program. Eligibility requirements apply. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [email protected] or call toll-free  877-703-1029 . This email and phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response. Smiths Detection, Inc. participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program.

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