KPO /Operational Excellence Technician at Pursuit Aerospace

Newburyport, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Feb, 26

Salary

24.0

Posted On

17 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quality Systems, Precision Measuring Instruments, Lean Principles, Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, SolidWorks, 3D Printing, Microsoft Office, Communication, Teamwork, Organizational Skills

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Description

Founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous operational improvement and extraordinary customer service, we at Pursuit Aerospace pride ourselves on competitive cost structures, 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. About the Opportunity: We are seeking a detail-oriented Inspector to join our quality assurance team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in maintaining compliance with industry regulations and ensuring customer satisfaction through high-quality products. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of quality systems, experience with precision measuring instruments, and the ability to work collaboratively with production teams to uphold quality standards. Location: Newburyport, MA. This position is 100% onsite. Responsibilities: * Works with all functional departments and responds to continuous improvement requests. * Manages independent improvement projects as assigned * Supports Supervisors, Team Leaders and Associates in applying Lean principles. * Assists in developing Work Instructions, Daily Management tools, 6 Sigma materials and TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) documents. * Assists in designing and fabricating fixtures and equipment using Creform tubing and other materials. * Contributes to the completion of Kaizen Newspaper action items. * Follows all Core Values, including Health and Safety, Quality, Customer Service, Development of People, Integrity, Corporate Citizenship, Continuous Improvement and Respect. * Demonstrates all Core Competencies, including Communication, Teamwork, Achieving Results, Commitment to Continuous Improvement and Judgment Required Qualifications: * High School Diploma or equivalency certificate. * 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with demonstrated success in Kaizen and Continuous Improvement. * Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis. * Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations. Preferred Qualifications: * Strong knowledge of Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies. * Experience with SolidWorks and Bambu Studio or other 3D printing software. * Ability to mentor and support Lean culture adoption at varying levels of acceptance. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint. * Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team. * Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Working Conditions: * Must be able to have prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. * 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 30 pounds. Compensation: In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $20-24 hourly. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, education, and geographic location. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer: Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Acknowledgements: The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Responsibilities

The Inspector will work with all functional departments to respond to continuous improvement requests and manage independent improvement projects. They will support supervisors and team leaders in applying Lean principles and assist in developing various quality assurance documents.