Site Operations Excellence Leader
Core
Lead the deployment, maturity, and sustainability of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives across a manufacturing site to drive efficiency, safety, quality, and cost competitiveness.
Role type
Senior IC Lean Manufacturing Leader / Operational Excellence Manager
Builds
Operational excellence culture, Lean systems, and continuous improvement processes within a manufacturing environment
Domain
Manufacturing / Operational Excellence / Lean Six Sigma
Required skills
Lean Manufacturing principles, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen facilitation, Root Cause Analysis, Daily Management Systems, Change Management, Cross-functional collaboration, Strategic planning, Performance tracking, Problem-solving methodologies
Preferred skills
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Certified Continuous Improvement Professional (CCIP), Project Management Professional (PMP), Toyota Production System (TPS) expertise
Technologies
A3 Methodology, PDCA, DMAIC, 5 Why Analysis, Fishbone Diagrams, RCCA, 5S, Visual Management, Standard Work, Kanban, SMED, Poka-Yoke, TPM
Responsibilities
Develop and execute the site's Lean Manufacturing strategy; Lead Kaizen events and Value Stream Mapping activities; Coach leaders and employees on Lean methodologies; Implement Daily Management Systems and KPI-driven visual management; Partner with cross-functional teams on operational transformation; Establish Lean governance and audit processes
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC