Global COE Leader for Manufacturing Operations

Chemours • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

The Global Center of Excellence (COE) Lead for Manufacturing Operations at Chemours will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies, processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), operational reliability, yield, and cost-effective solutions across global manufacturing sites. This role involves leading a small team and collaborating with various operational leaders to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence in manufacturing operations.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in highly hazardous manufacturing operations, with a proven track record of leading continuous improvement initiatives across multiple sites.
• Operations Leader experience, including accountability for managing a large organization.
• Strong expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team of experts.
• Strong networker and excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus across various levels of the organization.
• Willingness to travel as needed to support global operations.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Continuous Improvement Professional (e.g. Master Blackbelt or lean certification)
• Demonstrated success in leading sustainable asset care improvements.
• Experience with digital manufacturing systems and data analytics.
• Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Global Center of Excellence for Manufacturing Operations, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Define, develop and influence other senior executives to execute strategies to enhance OEE, operational reliability, yield, and cost-effective solutions.
• Collaborate and influence the Operations Leaders of all businesses to set best practices and align COE initiatives with overall goals.
• Design, implement, and refine processes, tools, and methodologies to standardize best practices across manufacturing sites.
• Implement a Manufacturing Operating System across all Chemours operating sites.
• Drive the adoption of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and other relevant frameworks.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead initiatives to enhance manufacturing performance.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of COE initiatives.
• Build, manage, and mentor a team and networks of experts in asset care, manufacturing excellence, and digital manufacturing systems.
• Prepare information and presentations for the Board and may present to the Board.
• Lead innovations in digital transformation related to manufacturing.

Benefits

• Annual Bonus Target: 36%
• Annual Stock Amount: 115,000.00 USD

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Master's degree