Senior, Continuous Improvement Analyst

We’re looking for a Manufacturing
Senior Continuous Improvement Analyst to help drive operational excellence at our manufacturing facility in Carson City, Nevada. In this role, you’ll use data, Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, and hands‑on collaboration with manufacturing teams to identify opportunities, eliminate waste, improve process flow, and deliver measurable improvements in safety, quality, cost, on‑time delivery, and productivity.

You’ll work across functions to turn operational and financial data into action, lead improvement projects, and help build sustainable processes that strengthen manufacturing performance.

At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability
. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. Whether you're improving processes, supporting operations, solving technical challenges, or driving business performance, your contributions help keep aircraft flying safely around the world.

On-site, Carson City, NV

• Lead and support Continuous Improvement initiatives that improve safety, on‑time delivery, quality, cost, productivity, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Analyze production flow, manufacturing performance, financial data, and operational metrics to identify trends, bottlenecks, waste, and opportunities for improvement.
• Apply Lean, Continuous Improvement, and Six Sigma tools including Kaizen, A3, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Gemba walks, Root Cause Analysis, Standard Work, Error Proofing, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
• Use statistical tools and techniques to evaluate process performance, establish meaningful metrics, and validate the effectiveness of improvement initiatives.
• Develop reporting and measurement systems that provide visibility to manufacturing performance and help sustain improvements.
• Lead cross‑functional improvement projects from project charter development through implementation, ensuring initiatives meet established timelines, budgets, and expected results.
• Partner with manufacturing and cross‑functional teams to implement process changes while minimizing disruption to operations.
• Support improvements to cellular manufacturing and factory layouts to strengthen workflow and efficiency.
• Coach and engage employees in Continuous Improvement practices, helping build ownership and sustained adoption of process improvements.
• Support the development of effective training methods and materials for manufacturing processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Data Analytics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of Continuous Improvement experience in a manufacturing environment, with demonstrated results.
• At least 3 years of experience in data analysis and the application of statistical processes and tools.
• Strong analytical skills and experience using Excel, Minitab, SPSS, or similar statistical analysis tools.
• Process improvement certification such as Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, Process Improvement Specialist, or a related certification.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production KPIs within the aerospace industry.
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
• Demonstrated experience leading Lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives.
• Experience with AutoCAD or other 3D modeling tools.
• Project management experience; PMP certification is a plus.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.