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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
Job Description
Job Outline
We’re looking for a hands‑on Transformation Programme Manager to support and drive change across multiple manufacturing sites. This role is focused on delivering real performance improvement while embedding sustainable ways of working through our Business Operating System.
This is a delivery‑focused role suited to someone who enjoys working on the ground, solving real problems, and seeing changes through to sustained results—rather than just facilitating workshops. The role combines transformation, programme delivery, and continuous improvement.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead and deliver transformation activity across multiple sites, driving measurable improvements in performance (e.g. throughput, yield, utilisation, cost).
Roll out and embed Business Operating System tools, ensuring they are adopted, used consistently, and sustained through daily management and leader standard work.
Lead targeted improvement activity (Kaizen, A3 - structured problem solving) end‑to‑end, from scoping through to delivery and follow‑up.
Support growth projects, including new line setup, capacity expansion, and operational ramp‑up.
Work with site leadership teams to prioritise improvement activity and align it to business needs.
Build capability within sites by coaching and training teams on Lean, A3 thinking, and practical CI tools.
Adapt approach based on site maturity, supporting both foundational setup and more advanced improvement activity.
Ensure actions are followed through and improvements are sustained over time, not just delivered as one‑off initiatives.
Background in Continuous Improvement, Programme Management, or Operations in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of Lean / Toyota Production System principles, with practical application experience.
Track record of delivering measurable operational improvements, not just facilitating workshops.
Comfortable working across multiple sites and influencing at all levels, from operators to leadership teams.
Experience supporting or working alongside digital / modernisation initiatives
Strong problem‑solving skills with a practical, hands‑on approach.
Able to work independently, take ownership, and operate in a fast‑moving, evolving environment.
Clear communicator who can bring people with them and build engagement.
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Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.
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Skills Required
- Background in Continuous Improvement, Programme Management, or Operations in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding and practical experience of Lean / Toyota Production System principles.
- Proven track record of delivering measurable operational improvements (throughput, yield, utilization, cost).
- Experience leading end‑to‑end targeted improvement activity (Kaizen, A3 structured problem solving).
- Ability to work across multiple sites and influence all levels from operators to leadership.
- Experience supporting or working alongside digital / modernisation initiatives.
- Strong problem‑solving skills with a practical, hands‑on approach.
- Ability to work independently, take ownership, and operate in a fast‑moving environment.
- Clear communication skills and ability to build engagement and coach teams.
Teledyne FLIR Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Teledyne FLIR and has not been reviewed or approved by Teledyne FLIR.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes progressive vacation that increases with tenure, sick leave, and paid holidays. Immediate eligibility and flexible scheduling at some sites support practical use of leave.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage spans medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, alongside short- and long-term disability. Wellbeing resources such as on-site fitness options and no-cost counseling are available in the U.S.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is offered, complemented by tax-advantaged accounts and, in some divisions, an ESPP. Match terms were enhanced recently at the corporate level.
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What We Do
Teledyne FLIR designs, develops, manufactures, markets, and distributes technologies that enhance perception and awareness. We bring innovative sensing solutions into daily life through our thermal imaging, visible-light imaging, video analytics, measurement and diagnostic, and advanced threat detection systems. Teledyne FLIR offers a diversified portfolio that serves a number of applications in government & defense, industrial, and commercial markets. Our products help first responders and military personnel protect and save lives, promote efficiency within the trades, and innovate consumer-facing technologies. Teledyne FLIR strives to strengthen public safety and well-being, increase energy and time efficiency, and contribute to healthy and intelligent communities.
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