Associate Director of Productivity

Praxair • Magna, UT

18d • Onsite

About The Position

This position works with senior management to ensure the strategic implementation and financial goal attainment of continuous improvement (Six Sigma or Lean) and Cost Reduction initiatives.
Scope:
This position leads Productivity efforts for the West Region, including personally leading large and complex Productivity improvement projects as well as managing a small team of Productivity Specialists. This position will also:
Lead projects/events using a variety of Productivity tools resulting in significant operating profit improvement.
Provides consultative advice within a specific functional or business area.
Communicates and exhibits action and compelling need for change.
Standardizes best practice problem-solving approaches.
Enforces process discipline.
Responsible for Key Performance Indicators and Regional reporting.

Requirements

• 5+ years Business/Project Management experience with demonstrated leadership skills
• Bachelor's degree preferably chemical or mechanical engineering, or equivalent technical learning experience
• Strong analytical skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to influence others
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Excel and use of statistical software
• Willingness to travel at least 25%25 - 35%25
• Willingness to work out of the Tempe, AZ Region office or an Area Plant in the West Region, options include Tacoma, WA, Hillsboro, OR, Pittsburg, CA, Wilmington, CA, Ontario, CA, Phoenix, AZ, Magna, UT, or Loveland, CO.

Nice To Haves

• Air Separation, Carbon Dioxide, and Hydrogen Production Process Knowledge
• Prior management experience
• Proven track record of leading teams, as well as influencing others without direct authority
• Lean Six Sigma Project Lead (as Black Belt or Green Belt) experience
• Experience using statistical software and regression analysis tools
• Black Belt Certification
• Project Management Professional Certification and/or equivalent project management experience

Responsibilities

• Accountable for Annual Region Cost Savings Target
• Application of Lean and/or Six Sigma tools as Project Lead
• Ensures Lean and Six Sigma activities are aligned with region strategies and activities
• Works with assigned client groups in developing project ideas and chartering projects
• Executes <$1MM Productivity projects in conjunction with other groups
• Develops productivity alternatives with appropriate risk profiles and/or identifies actions to mitigate risks
• May influence outcomes within broad area of responsibility and/or beyond client group
• Monitors best practices and external/internal trends and makes recommendations to improve productivity procedures, methods, and tools
• Provides mentorship to client Green Belts

Benefits

• Linde Gases US offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package.
• Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth.
• Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level