Operations Management Assistant Jobs in Puerto Rico

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Full Time LTPR, Aguadilla, PR, PR

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1097

Position Title:

Lean Specialist

Organization:

Department:

Compliance, Safety & Innovation

FLSA Classification:

Exempt

EEOC Job Category

(2) Professionals

Revision Date:

August 19, 2024

Classification

• Position’s Connections

Position of the direct supervisor

Process Management & Innovation Supervisor

Positions of the direct subordinates

N/A

• Description of the Position

Responsible for enhancing operational efficiency, reducing waste, and optimizing processes across various maintenance activities. Will drive continuous improvement initiatives that align with our strategic goals of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

• Pro-actively Support the ONE Production System in general and the Process Management & Innovation Supervisor in particular in implementing, sustaining and continuously improving the OPS network with their central and local strategic projects and initiatives.
• Lead change management efforts by fostering a culture of continuous improvement and gaining buy-in from stakeholders, therefore serving as a catalyst for continuous improvement.
• Conduct detailed analysis of current maintenance processes, identify inefficiencies, and map out existing workflows.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand process bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
• Apply Lean principles and tools such as Value Stream Mapping (VSM), 5S, Kaizen events, Standard Work, and Visual Management to streamline operations.
• Implement Lean methodologies to eliminate waste, reduce cycle times, and optimize resource utilization and space, as well as standardization.
• Provide training and guidance to personnel on Lean principles and methodologies to build capabilities across the organization.
• Manage Lean improvement projects from inception to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and objectives are met.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable solutions and monitor post-implementation results.
• Ensure that Lean initiatives align with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and industry best practices.
• Promote the awareness of current developments in Lean methods & tools, problem solving, CI and Change management.
• Assist the Process Management & Innovation Supervisor in maintaining the OPS Control platform (OPS-CC).
• Other Responsibilities
• Maintains working area clean and organized.
• Comply and ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, local and federal regulations.
• Perform other tasks and projects, as requested.
• Ensure adherence to compliance culture requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management or related field preferred.
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma (e.g., Green Belt, Black Belt) highly desirable.
• Bring 3-4 years of valuable Process or Project experience, showcasing expertise in Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies (preferably in the MRO environment).
• Demonstrate a keen interest in projects, preferably with experience in Maintenance or Production Processes.
• Have a background in aviation, a definite plus.
• Showcase an excellent understanding of Process concepts.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to work accurately with attention to detail and quality
• High sense of responsibility, commitment to delivery and constant improvement
• Time management and priority setting skills
• Fluent in English and Spanish (both written and spoken)
• Possess didactical skills, making you an effective communicator and team player.
• Thrive in a dynamic environment, showing resilience under stress.
• Have a high level of discipline and courage for Process Governance & Compliance Culture.

• Office environment. This job operates in a professional office environment.
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, fax, scanner and filing cabinets.
• Could often work more than 40 hours per week, including on evenings and weekends. Also usually travel often for work.
• The workspace may range from a desk in an open layout cubicle, a private office or working remotely from home.
• Being a international company, there will be a linguistic diversity.
• The temperature will be in a comfortable range. Sometimes it may be colder than normal.
• Available to travel abroad

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, squat, bend, and talk and hear.
• Must be able to use a computer keyboard, mouse, and office equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and color vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Sitting for Extended Periods: the job requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer.
• Computer Use: the position involves extensive computer use, including typing, using a mouse, and staring at a screen for extended periods.
• Lifting and Carrying: the job requires lifting or carrying items, even if they are relatively light, like office supplies, files, or equipment.
• Repetitive Motions: there are repetitive motions involved, such as typing, filing, or data entry.
• Standing or Walking: While office jobs are generally sedentary, there may be occasions when standing or walking is required, such as during meetings or when using office equipment.
• Communication Skills: communication is essential in an office setting. Include any relevant requirements for speaking, listening, and effective communication.