Employment

Korry Electronics, a subsidiary of Esterline, is the internationally recognized leader in the design and manufacture of electro-optical display products, subsystems and discrete components for the aerospace and defense industries. We are a cutting-edge, industry pacesetter in many technologies (such as Night Vision and LED) that drive advances in critical applications for man-machine interfaces.

We currently have an opening for a Lean Specialist.

RESPONSIBILITIES

In this position the Lean Specialist is responsible for planning, analyzing, prioritizing, coordinating and facilitating all Lean efforts within the Engineered Components business unit (including customers and suppliers). Determines the scope, objectives, cost and schedule for Lean projects. Presents to management, customers and suppliers the company's Lean strategy, objectives and projects. Educates and trains employees in the use of continuous improvement tools as needed to ensure successful completion of the lean objectives and projects. Organizes and guides Lean and AIW teams to ensure that results are achieved to meet project objectives. Oversees and coordinates the re-writing of procedures, work instructions, and records to document lean procedures in compliance with standards and regulations.

The Lean Specialist is responsible for increasing the ratio of value to non-value, and eliminating waste in the overall supply chain for a defined product family from start to finish, and, for ensuring that the value stream meets or exceeds customer requirements.

Additional duties include:

- Administer best practices to eliminate non-value added/non-essential activities
- Use Value Stream Mapping and Lean tools
- Assist in establishing work standards
- Cross-train in other functional related areas
- Involved in continuous improvements
- Implement improvement ideas

REQUIREMENTS

Strong communication skills with the ability to interact with various departments including, engineering, quality, operations, safety, and environmental.

Excellent PC skills, with a working knowledge and ability to use commercial applications including Microsoft Office.

PREFERRED

A four year degree and SME Lean Certification preferred.

PEOPLE make it happen at Korry. Our success is built on a philosophy that encourages personal growth, involvement and individual commitment in a team environment. Korry offers many exciting benefits including educational support, three flexible weeks off during your first year of employment, a subsidized ride to work, and the opportunity to work with the best people in the business.

Your options to apply are:

1. Email your resume to recruiter@korry.com.

2. Fax your resume to 206-286-5545.

3. Mail your resume to, or apply in person at:

Korry Electronics Co.
901 Dexter Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109

Korry Electronics is an equal employment opportunity employer and a drug/alcohol free workplace.

Some Korry jobs require employees to work with or around chemicals or materials used in the manufacture of our products. Some of these chemicals or materials might affect individuals who are prone to skin sensitization, allergic respiratory reactions, eczema, asthmatic-type conditions, and chronic bronchitis, and other chronic respiratory diseases. You might wish to consult with a doctor regarding employment in these types of positions.

For more opportunities at Esterline Technologies visit www.esterline.com.