Sr Principal OpEx Engineer
Core
Coordinates plant-level savings, supports business units to achieve production value savings targets, and monitors adherence to plans through weekly governance.
Role type
Senior Operational Excellence Engineer (Manufacturing)
Builds
Operational efficiency, cost savings, and continuous improvement programs in manufacturing plants.
Domain
Healthcare manufacturing / Operational Excellence
Required skills
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (Black Belt), Kaizen, Gembas, OEE analysis, Centerline management, Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis, Process Improvement, Cost Reduction Strategy, Manufacturing Blueprint Implementation
Preferred skills
Supervisory experience, Green Belt certification, MBA or MOpex, Industrial Engineering background
Technologies
DMS (Daily Management System), 6S, A3 Problem Solving, OEE, Centerline, Lean Six Sigma tools
Responsibilities
Execute DMS, 6S, Kaizen events, and OEE/Centerline review sessions; Coordinate multi-year savings strategy targeting 4-6% of production value; Train plant professionals on Yellow Belt programs; Guide engineering groups on Lean/Six Sigma tools; Collaborate with GMSC manufacturing teams to replicate best practices; Ensure achievement of annual manufacturing goals; Identify value chain opportunities in the medical segment.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship capabilities