Operational Excellence Program Manager
Core
Define, design, and implement problem-solving and continuous improvement programs to ensure vertical and horizontal integration across the organization, focusing on production and business process improvement.
Role type
Senior Operational Excellence Program Manager
Builds
Integrated Manufacturing Excellence (IMEx) program, Lean and Six Sigma capabilities, and high-performing operations
Domain
Pharmaceutical manufacturing and operational management
Required skills
Lean Six Sigma expertise, program governance, change management, data analysis, stakeholder alignment, coaching and mentoring, financial acumen
Preferred skills
Enterprise-level OpEx program leadership, IMEx operating systems, PMP or Black Belt certification, pharmaceutical industry experience, large project leadership
Technologies
Lean, Six Sigma, IMEx, TPM, visual management, standard work
Responsibilities
Organize and manage moderate complexity projects within T3 CI loops; Provide day-to-day coaching on continuous improvement projects; Lead deployment and sustainment of IMEx principles; Assess OpEx maturity and drive continuous improvement of management systems; Ensure standardization of OpEx practices across value streams; Lead change management for major initiatives; Partner with Lean Six Sigma Program Lead to coach leaders on performance management practices
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight