Continuous Improvement Manager

Zimmer US, Inc.•Sacramento, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is a critical leadership role responsible for driving strategic business improvement projects to reduce operating costs, enable organizational efficiency, and assist with waste reduction activities. The role involves working closely with senior management to implement various lean initiatives, including capital optimization/reduction projects. A strong background in applying lean manufacturing and six sigma methodology in a transactional or back-office environment is essential. The ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results in a fast-paced office environment is critical. The role requires prioritizing and leading projects with minimal direct supervision.

Requirements

In-depth knowledge of Lean Manufacturing
In-depth knowledge of Six Sigma
Operations experience
Broad knowledge and experience with project management tools and methods: - Managing by influence and negotiation with listening & leadership skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead and coach the implementation of transactional improvements through cross-functional teams by listening and utilizing influence skills.
Able to take action in solving problems and making decisions while exhibiting judgment and a realistic understanding of issues, able to use reason, even when dealing with emotional topics.
Must possess an established track record of sound cross-functional actions and decisions impacting the business process and company results.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (both oral and written) in a clear and concise manner.
Presentation skills. Able to clearly present information; influence or persuade others through oral presentations in positive and negative circumstances, listens well. Must be able to emit a level of confidence and expertise to effectively train other employees (up, down and across the organization) at multiple sites in a broad range of topics.
Ability to establish relationships quickly with a broad range of constituents. Must possess a collaborative style to work effectively throughout the organization. Able to work with people in such a manner as to minimize resistance to change and commitment to goals and objectives.
Able to influence actions and opinions of others in a desired direction, to exhibit judgment in leading others to worthwhile objectives.
Ability to withhold actions or speech in the absence of important information: deal with unresolved situations, frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Able to create positive energy (motivation) in both individuals and groups.
Able to develop unique and novel solutions to problems; use intuition and a new way of thinking to give birth to new ideas; to present information in an attention-getting and interesting manner.
Must be proficient in MS Office Applications.
Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree
6-8 years’ experience in driving continuous improvement activities
Experience managing a team

Nice To Haves

Black Belt Certification desirable
APICS Certification is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

Leads selected project and program teams as directed by plant leadership.
Drive capital optimization/reduction initiatives and other change by applying lean and six sigma tools in a transactional environment.
Assist managers and team leaders with process optimization and business transformation activities.
Provide the necessary training and facilitating skills to drive business transformation activities and ensure long-term adoption.
Collect and analyze information to improve the performance of the department and identify areas for improvement.