Dytran Looking for Lean Continuous Improvement Leader at Chatsworth, CA Full Time

The Company

Dytran Instruments Inc. designs and manufactures innovative sensors, accelerometers, and associated electronics for measuring dynamic force, pressure, and vibration. We are a part of Spectris Plc and integrated into the Hottinger Bruel and Kjær (HBK) business which provides industry-leading solutions across all test and measurement domains.

We are looking for an experienced Lean Leader to roll out the Spectris Business System (SBS) at our Dytran facility in Chatsworth, CA.  Our new Lean Leader will be responsible for developing and implementing the SBS/Lean process at the site and will work closely with our Global Team. This is a key role in the organization as we move Dytran Instruments toward a world-class Lean Operation in strategic, tactical, and operational matters.

As part of the Operations team, your focus will be to deliver results in implementing SBS/Lean techniques across various manufacturing departments. You will lead training/educational sessions, facilitate Kaizen events with colleagues at all levels in the organization and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

We are looking for an experienced Lean professional with a good sense of urgency and a structured approach to leading the lean journey. This individual must be able to address issues pragmatically and deliver solutions that will help to improve our manufacturing efficiencies.

Brief Description

You will be responsible for defining and executing Lean initiatives in line with the SBS/Lean focus of the HBK organization. This continuous improvement program will be defined and implemented into the Strategy Deployment process in close cooperation with stakeholders in various departments. You will be part of the global HBK SBS board and work with colleagues around the globe to further influence and develop the SBS.

Your daily work may include, but is not limited to:

• Leading the way on our SBS/Lean journey
• Developing and implementing a Lean program around SQDIP
• Introducing and maintaining an Obera Room
• Implementing and maintaining Visual Management tools
• Analyzing operational data to determine inefficiencies and develop corrective actions
• Working with different leaders to develop our lean culture to “best in class”
• Challenge the company’s lean thinking and develop visual ways of showing what great looks like
• Reporting results to the SBS team across HBK (Portugal, Germany, China, Denmark, England)
• Informing the site’s top management team on our lean improvements

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Have a minimum of 5 years of documented experience with Lean implementation and processes. Have a strong understanding of the high fives /continuous improvement methodologies utilizing

SQDIP and how to introduce those initiatives into the manufacturing process. Experience running Kaizen events and delivering efficiency improvements through other Lean tools and approaches. A vision of where we need to go and delivering on execution. You must see yourself as a leader for the journey and lead by example. 

• Solid lean background, on strategic, tactical, and operational levels
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
• Able to set standards and continuously improve them
• Comfortable speaking to members at all levels of the organization, and able to find the best communication format to help you with implementation
• Experience implementing and driving Lean processes in manufacturing
• Track record of successfully implementing Lean improvements in your organization
• Able to see the bigger picture and know that the journey never ends
• Experience leading without having formal leadership responsibility
• Highly spirited and able to successfully motivate stakeholders
• Good planning skills and ability to effectively multi-task
• Able to develop and communicate a solid strategy
• Change management comes naturally
• Have a “can do” attitude and be able to do what it takes to succeed

ITAR Requirements

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refugee.  

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and will not now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa. 

Benefits Package

• Competitive Salary
• Health Care Plan: Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance: Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Medical & Dependent Care
• Retirement Plan with and Employer Match: 401K & ROTH
• Educational Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Holiday 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dytran Instruments, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All decisions regarding recruiting, screening, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, pay, training, benefits, and other conditions of employment will be made based on valid job qualifications and business reasons. All such decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, religious dress practice, religious grooming practice, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, citizenship, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected class by federal, state, or local law. This includes consideration of qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance.