Continuous Improvement Specialist III
Core
Lead continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence programs using Lean Six Sigma methodologies to drive productivity, quality, and safety in manufacturing and laboratory environments.
Role type
Senior Continuous Improvement Specialist (Lean Six Sigma)
Builds
Operational excellence systems, improved processes, and measurable cost/productivity gains for site operations
Domain
Life Sciences / Manufacturing / Operational Excellence
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Lean Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen facilitation, Root cause analysis, Project management, Data analysis, Cost-benefit analysis, Change management
Preferred skills
PowerBI, Minitab, cGMP environment experience, Finance collaboration
Technologies
Microsoft Office Suite, PowerBI, Minitab
Responsibilities
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives using the PPI Business System and Lean Six Sigma methodologies; Facilitate Kaizen events, workshops, diagnostics, and improvement activities; Partner with site leadership to identify and execute improvement opportunities; Conduct value stream mapping and process diagnostics; Implement operational excellence tools including 5S, Visual Management, and Standard Work; Perform cost-benefit analysis and financial validation of initiatives; Lead cross-functional projects to improve productivity, quality, and safety; Develop and deliver lean training and mentoring; Track and report project progress and operational impact.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC