KPO /Operational Excellence Technician

About Us:

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.

The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products.

About the Opportunity:

Responsible for participating and supporting kaizen workshops to enable one-piece flowlines.

Location: Stuart Florida, onsite

Responsibilities:

Participate and support kaizen workshops.

• Basic Blueprint reading and interpretation.
• Basic design and fabrication skills.
• Provide creative and innovative hands-on solutions.
• Capable of working in a team environment.
• Must utilize Kaizen tools to support manufacturing processes and flow lines.
• Support manufacturing by providing swift hands-on solutions to make the process easier for operators.
• The individual must be willing and capable of providing help with developing, modifying, and building machinery or devices that adheres to Pursuit's Universal No's, and ensuring operator and part safety.
• Support and participate in various roles throughout the company as needed.
• Travel to other Pursuit sites to participate, and or support kaizen workshops.
• Support Tier 1 & 2 Process abnormalities when necessary
• Cover for the Site Senior KPO technician

Required Qualifications:

• Must be self-motivated with a sense of urgency and adaptability.
• Manufacturing experience
• Understanding of mechanical components and machine design.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and with others in a team environment.
• Communication & problem-solving skills.
• Minimum of High School or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• College Degree, in business, manufacturing or relevant degree.
• Kaizen knowledge & experience preferred.
• Familiarity with requirements for aerospace component manufacturing that includes having knowledge of aerospace fabrications, machining, laser technology, welding, coatings, and heat treatment is also preferred, but not required.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires mobility in a manufacturing plant environment while using Personal Protective Equipment.

• Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.
• Must be able to have prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Benefits:

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.