Business Process Improvement Analyst

Avantor • Visalia, CA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Avantor is seeking a Business Process Improvement Analyst for the Visalia, CA site. The Business Process Improvement Analyst works independently under close supervision, executes the continuous improvement strategy and approach by translating business objectives into actionable projects. Engages with other departments to sustain, improve, and streamline all processes with a primary focus on safety, quality, delivery, and cost. As part of the Business Process Improvement Team, supervises change agents and team members on small project tasks. This position is located onsite in Visalia, CA. Works independently under close supervision, executes the continuous improvement strategy and approach by translating business objectives into actionable projects. Engages with other departments to sustain, improve, and streamline all processes with a primary focus on safety, quality, delivery, and cost. As part of the Business Process Improvement Team, supervises change agents and team members on small project tasks.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ yrs experience in Distribution; familiarity with a variety of functional areas (Purchasing, Inventory, Distribution, WMS Systems); EWM experience a plus.
• Experience implementing LEAN or Lean Six Sigma methodologies preferred; Six Sigma certification a plus.
• Able to work in a DC environment on the floor.
• Experience preparing and delivering presentations to multiple levels of management.
• Strong interpersonal skills (oral, written and presentation skills to all levels of an organization).
• Project management skills (ability and experience leading 5+ projects at a time).
• Ability to work within a team environment and clearly communicate individual objectives.
• Microsoft Office Software – intermediate skill level (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook, Teams)

Nice To Haves

• EWM experience a plus.
• Lean Six Sigma methodologies preferred; Six Sigma certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, lead and/or participate in Lean continuous improvement events related to Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost/Efficiency.
• Conduct Process Audits, Safety Gembas and Waste Walks across DC network.
• Maintain SOPs and Documentation.
• Develop and maintain select trainings for the Distribution network, including train-the-trainer programs.
• Define, capture and analyze data and metrics.
• Identify and implement EWM enhancements.
• Project management/Implementation, focused on return on investment analysis of projects.
• Provide DC operational support (floor leadership).
• Other duties as defined.

Benefits

• Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
• We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success.
• Pay Transparency: The expected pre-tax pay for this position is $78,000.00 - $125,350.00
• EEO Statement: We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.
• Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

What This Job Offers

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