Continuous Improvement Project Divisional Manager

Eaton Corporation•Arecibo, PR

16h

About The Position

Troubleshoot critical business issues - Analyze and improve manufacturing, functional and business processes using Lean and Six Sigma methods and tools, real-time problem-solving techniques and other statistical and quality improvement tools. Drive improvements at trouble or focus sites and ensure improvements are sustainable. Develop ELSS / CI deployment procedures, policies and systems and own sharing of best practices across the region. Support development of site/business ELSS knowledge, coach and grow regional talent on Continuous Improvement (CI) competencies. Led the development and certification process of a CI training program. Support key business segment's cost-effectiveness projects and actions, product cost reduction initiatives, and ensure achievement of business benefits determined in each project. Lead, facilitate, coach, and support Needle Mover projects, Rapid Improvement Events (RIE), and Business Process Improvement (BPI) projects, including non-Cost-out CI projects and special or turn-around CI projects. Follow up on the development and improvement of process and system to enhance and sustain process reliability. Initiate operating principles that focus on process standardization, visual factory, flow focus, accountability of tier meetings, etc. Mentor and support Lean/Six Sigma Certifications program candidates throughout the certification process. Prepare and conduct ELSS-related training for sites/functions and develop on-site ELSS knowledge, talent, and competency to support business needs. Support the site ELSS /CIF assessment and calibrate for Opportunities for Advancement (OFA). Minimum 10 years of experience leading manufacturing operations and or continuous improvement. "Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Continuous Flow Manufacturing, Pull System, Standardized Work, 5S, TPM, Setup Reduction and Error Proofing. Problem-solving tools & methods, including statistics and process variation reduction tools. Continuous Improvement Framework (CIF). " Ability to travel at least 25% of our various manufacturing locations. Ability to demonstrate understanding of the resource, capacity planning and MRP system Demonstrated ability to use Lean and Six Sigma tools and deliver projects in an operational environment Ability to demonstrate knowledge of lean production systems Strong communication and influencing skills to enable visible and collaborative leadership Flexibility and resilience, poise under pressure, adapting plans to changing circumstances while maintaining strength and resolve Demonstrated experience in building organizational capabilities through talent acquisition, training and development, and a motivated leadership style, thereby leading to increasing levels of performance" We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of experience leading manufacturing operations and or continuous improvement
Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Continuous Flow Manufacturing, Pull System, Standardized Work, 5S, TPM, Setup Reduction and Error Proofing
Problem-solving tools & methods, including statistics and process variation reduction tools
Continuous Improvement Framework (CIF)
Ability to travel at least 25% of our various manufacturing locations
Ability to demonstrate understanding of the resource, capacity planning and MRP system
Demonstrated ability to use Lean and Six Sigma tools and deliver projects in an operational environment
Ability to demonstrate knowledge of lean production systems
Strong communication and influencing skills to enable visible and collaborative leadership
Flexibility and resilience, poise under pressure, adapting plans to changing circumstances while maintaining strength and resolve
Demonstrated experience in building organizational capabilities through talent acquisition, training and development, and a motivated leadership style, thereby leading to increasing levels of performance

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot critical business issues
Analyze and improve manufacturing, functional and business processes using Lean and Six Sigma methods and tools, real-time problem-solving techniques and other statistical and quality improvement tools
Drive improvements at trouble or focus sites and ensure improvements are sustainable
Develop ELSS / CI deployment procedures, policies and systems and own sharing of best practices across the region
Support development of site/business ELSS knowledge, coach and grow regional talent on Continuous Improvement (CI) competencies
Led the development and certification process of a CI training program
Support key business segment's cost-effectiveness projects and actions, product cost reduction initiatives, and ensure achievement of business benefits determined in each project
Lead, facilitate, coach, and support Needle Mover projects, Rapid Improvement Events (RIE), and Business Process Improvement (BPI) projects, including non-Cost-out CI projects and special or turn-around CI projects
Follow up on the development and improvement of process and system to enhance and sustain process reliability
Initiate operating principles that focus on process standardization, visual factory, flow focus, accountability of tier meetings, etc
Mentor and support Lean/Six Sigma Certifications program candidates throughout the certification process
Prepare and conduct ELSS-related training for sites/functions and develop on-site ELSS knowledge, talent, and competency to support business needs
Support the site ELSS /CIF assessment and calibrate for Opportunities for Advancement (OFA)