Director, Continuous Improvement (Danaher Business System)

Danaher • San Jose, CA

136d • $155,000 - $190,000

About The Position

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Molecular Devices, one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life. Join Molecular Devices and help drive scientific discovery for life science customers in academia, biotech, pharma, and government. Our automated and AI-enabled technology empowers researchers to tackle complex questions and gain deep insights, accelerating the development of safer, more effective therapeutics. As part of our team—rooted in collaboration, authenticity, and innovation—you'll ultimately contribute to groundbreaking science that enhances lives globally and shapes a healthier future for all. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

Requirements

• Results orientation - must deliver results.
• Independent worker, capable of operating in a fast-moving, ever-changing environment.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing and leading continuous improvement efforts across various functions.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or business with 10+ years of experience or Master's degree with 8-10 years.
• Excellent communication skills (writing, reading, speaking and listening).
• Strong influential interpersonal and communications skills and focus on customers.
• Certified in DBS tools (primarily in fundamentals) or any other continuous improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma.
• Extensive experience and knowledge of driving cross-functional improvements using DBS or other continuous improvement tools.

Nice To Haves

• Deep understanding of finance and/or service aspects of the business.
• Able to think strategically and view the business from a general management standpoint.

Responsibilities

• Drive targeted, sustainable improvement in QDCI (Quality, Delivery, Cost and Innovation) tied to Policy Deployment (PD) and Daily Management (DM) by leveraging DBS tools.
• Be an active Leader in PD and DM reviews.
• Assist site/company and functional leadership in the development of a DBS Roadmap.
• Directly provide formal and informal DBS training and coaching.
• Facilitate other DBS training sessions when appropriate.
• Lead, facilitate, coordinate and manage the annual Kaizen events at the plant.
• Promote and facilitate diagnosis of workflow impediments and other wastes throughout the business.
• Provide expert counsel on appropriate DBS tools to eliminate wastes.
• Promote and facilitate associate development in various DBS tools and kaizen leadership.
• Benchmark and incorporate best practices from other Danaher locations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off.
• Medical/dental/vision insurance.
• 401(k) to eligible employees.
• Bonus/incentive pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree