Continuous Improvement Coach

Position: Continuous Improvement Coach 1, 2, or 3
Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.
** Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position.
** Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
** Level I
*** Estimated annual base pay: $74,000(minimum) - $96,000(midpoint) - $118,000(maximum)
** Level II
*** Estimated annual base pay: $85,000(minimum) - $110,000(midpoint) - $136,000(maximum)
** Level III
*** Estimated annual base pay: $105,000(minimum) - $136,000(midpoint) - $168,000(maximum)
* All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
* 401(k) match (4.5%)
* Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
* Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
* 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
* Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
* Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
* Paid parental leave.
* Adoption Assistance
* Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
* Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
* Member referral bonus
* Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
* Voluntary benefits, including:
* Home / Auto Insurance discounts
* Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave
** Level I
***
* Key Responsibilities:

*** Assist in Lean Projects:
Provide support for Lean initiatives, workshops, and process improvement activities under the guidance of coaches or leaders.
* Facilitate Basic Lean Tools:
Apply foundational Lean tools such as 5S, visual management, Standardized Work, and Daily Management Systems to improve processes and reduce waste.
* Participate in Kaizen Events:
Assist in planning and executing Kaizen events, contributing to activities such as data collection, process mapping, and action plan development.
* Support Daily Management Systems:
Help teams establish and maintain Daily Management practices, including huddle boards, visual metrics, and performance tracking.
* Assist Leaders in Problem-Solving:
Support managers and supervisors in applying structured problem-solving techniques, such as root cause analysis and PDCA cycles.
** Key

Skills:

*** Basic Knowledge of Lean Tools:
Familiarity with foundational Lean methodologies such as 5S, Standardized Work, PDCA, visual management, and Kaizen.
* Problem-Solving Foundations:
Understanding of basic problem-solving techniques, including root cause analysis and PDCA cycles.
* Process Mapping:
Ability to support process mapping exercises and identify inefficiencies in workflows.
* Data Collection and Analysis:
Basic skills in collecting and analyzing data to measure performance and identify improvement opportunities.
* Team

Collaboration:

Ability to work effectively with teams and build rapport with employees at all levels.
* Communication

Skills:

Clear communication and active listening skills to explain Lean concepts and engage employees in improvement efforts.
* Facilitation

Skills:

Capability to assist in facilitating small improvement discussions and workshops.
* Attention to Detail:
Careful attention to detail when documenting processes, tracking metrics, or supporting improvement activities.
* Empathy and Approachability:
Strong interpersonal skills to connect with employees and foster a supportive environment for improvement.
* Eagerness to Learn:
Desire to grow and develop knowledge of Lean principles, tools, and coaching skills.
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