POSITION SUMMARY:

Disseminate the culture of excellence in the organization, ensuring the aggregation of value to Embraer's stakeholders.  Research and analyze data to support business functions, best practices to improve and maintain process efficiency, knowledge and systems requirements in line with Kaizen and Lean principles.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES:

•  Liaise with corporate areas to assure alignment with P3E objectives and methodology.
• Support the implementation of P3E, Passion for Excellence and Good Idea Program at all levels of the organization
• Perform value stream analysis identifying waste, coaching and driving Lean principle and methodologies for waste elimination.
• Support departments to execute Lean processes.
• Coach, deploy and learn Lean principles
• Uses essential tools for solving problems regarding the processes of the P3E program
• Educate and coach Leaders, Agents and project teams on Lean concepts, tools and methods in the use of process improvement tools and methodology to guarantee timely completion of projects with expected results;
• Promote and conduct Gemba Walks with management and team members to continuously improve operations
• Partner with business areas to assess current processes and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Plan, coordinate and implement Kaizen or other Improvement workshops targeted towards improving the business's performance as a key driver of continuous improvement.
• Advise Kaizen teams in developing and implementing business performance solutions consistent with business strategies using quality methodologies and other strategic tools.
• Coordinate kaizen or improvement events follow-up to monitor the progress of planned improvement implementation to assure timely action, appropriate management support, and achievement of expected tangible benefits.
• Openly and effectively communicate the value of Embraer's Excellence Programs.
• Audits cells and value streams to evaluate the adherence and execution of all company policies, QMS and Regulatory Compliance

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS ETC:

EDUCATION:

• Typically requires BS/BA Undergraduate Degree.
• PMP Preferred
• Lean Green Belt Certified Preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• Generally 3+ years of experience in area of responsibility
• Experience with business processes, project management, Lean, Six Sigma.
• Experience in coaching and delivering training at all levels of an organization.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Strong knowledge of Lean practices (methods) abiding by Embraer Values.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills, combined with a strong analytical/technical aptitude.
• Ability to inuence people in the pursuit of continuous improvement.
• Ability to adapt to various work environments and project schedules.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with all levels of personnel.
• Well organized, data driven, and results oriented.
• Technical competency in Six Sigma skills, Lean, Kaizen, process management, change management and advanced statistical techniques is a plus.
• Good understanding of Project Management Office (PMO) structure.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:  25%- 30% - Including International Travel

WORKING CONDITIONS / ENVIRONMENT/  SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations.
• Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required.
• Employees will be subject to the random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations.

GENERAL COMMITMENT FOR ALL EMPLOYEES:

• Commitment to company values and complies with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures.
• Incorporates Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities. 
• Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
• Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information.
• Satisfies work schedule requirements.
• The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Performs other duties as assigned.