Operational Excellence Site Lead
Core
Leading site operational excellence strategy, roadmap, and governance to improve performance across manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and support functions.
Role type
Senior IC Operational Excellence Site Lead
Builds
Site capability, standardized best practices, disciplined routines, and continuous improvement culture
Domain
Pharmaceutical/Biopharmaceutical manufacturing and regulated production
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, strategic project delivery, team leadership, change management, data analysis, process mapping, root cause analysis, AI/digital tool application, business acumen
Preferred skills
Master Black Belt certification, leading OpEx/digital/PMO functions
Technologies
AI-enabled solutions, digital tools, analytics platforms, visual management systems, performance management systems
Responsibilities
Advise site leadership on OpEx strategy and change execution; lead the OpEx team and manage performance; drive continuous improvement strategy and roadmap; coach teams in Lean/Six Sigma and daily management systems; deliver high-impact initiatives to reduce waste and improve reliability; deploy AI and digital solutions for productivity; partner with functions and regulators; govern performance metrics and budgets; ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental policies; build a culture of continuous improvement and sustainable change.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities