Job Description SummaryAt Avio Aero, a GE Aerospace company, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider specializing in the design, production, and maintenance of components and propulsion systems for both civil and military aviation. Respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.

As a Lean Specialist you will play a key role in driving operational excellence and creating a culture of continuous improvement. You will apply lean methodologies to optimize processes, improve quality, reduce waste and increase overall efficiency. With your experiential and technical background, you will contribute to challenge the status quo.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

Encourage lean events, problem solving and training session using lean tools

Promote a culture of safety, quality and sustainability in all aspects of the production process

Facilitate the implementation of lean principles and tools on the production line

Collaborate with business teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and develop strategies to achieve operational excellence

Perform value stream mapping, root cause analysis and organize Kaizen events to support continuous improvement initiatives

Train and coach employees on lean principles, problem-solving techniques and change management procedures

Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor progress and measure the impact of lean initiatives

Work on improving the organization of workplaces and their operational efficiency, supporting logistics management

Implement Lean strategies and techniques defined by the Corporate Lean within the Global Supply Chain

Support leadership in the development and implementation of strategic plans to achieve production goals and business goals

Imagine, define and assist in developing and implementing kanban signals, physical and digital pull systems

Qualifications / Requirements

Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Engineering field

Experience in a production environment, preferably in complex environments and with advanced lean or operational excellence logics

Proven experience in lean tools or continuous improvement and world class methodologies

Practical experience in projects and change management with evident and measured results

Familiarity with manufacturing, logistics and operational flow processes

Advanced use of statistical analysis tools and database management

Fluent Italian and English

Work Visa, in accordance with local regulation, is required

Desired Characteristics

Strong analytical skills, with a focus in identifying problems, developing solutions, and implementing changes effectively.

Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence and inspire teams

What we offer

Smart working and work life-balance

Avio Aero, when possible, promotes hybrid work and encourages a good, healthy and satisfying work-life balance. We value our employees’ wellbeing; hence we offer a variety of improvement programs aimed to preserve anyone’s psychological safety and daily needs.

Total Rewards

At Avio Aero, we understand the importance of Total Rewards. As a new joiner to Avio Aero we are pleased to offer the following welcome benefit plan:

Performance related bonuses and local bonus scheme

Flexible benefits platform

Life and injury insurance

Private medical coverage  

Employee assistant program

Employee special awards (service and recognition)   

Local special agreements and discounts

English and languages training for you and one member of your family

Technical, Leadership and development trainings

Inclusion & Diversity

Avio Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are strongly committed to maintain an inclusive and diverse environment. Every employment decision is taken regardless to national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, etc.

We are not all the same. Just be Yourself @AvioAero!

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No