Manufacturing Excellence Specialist Manufacturing Excellence Specialist

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA • Anderson, IN

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About The Position

The Factory Manufacturing Excellence Specialist supports the implementation of the Local Leadership Team (LLT) improvement strategy and serves as a site expert for Factory Improvement and Industrial Performance. This role partners with the Local Leadership Team to define, align, and execute plans that deliver sustained performance improvements across the factory.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in industrial engineering (or 5 years of similar practical experience in lieu of a degree).
• 2–4 years of experience in manufacturing.
• Experience partnering with factory management/leadership teams and supporting cross-functional teams.
• Experience with continuous improvement and performance systems (e.g., TPM, Goal Alignment, Lean).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to lead/apply structured problem-solving tools.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and basic finance/value creation concepts.
• Proficiency with common data/tools and systems (e.g., SAP, Power BI or similar).
• Effective communication skills; strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with coaching toward results.
• Commitment to comply with all company programs and policies, including safety, quality, GMPs, and relevant ISO/NQMS requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with loss analysis, line labor standards, line capability/speed studies, and budget preparation/review.
• Experience leading change management and cultural transformation initiatives in a factory environment.
• Project management experience supporting multiple workstreams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Partner with LLT to define and deliver execution plans (e.g., TPM 7+4 Roll Out Plans, digital initiatives, CAPEX enablement, and key improvement projects).
• Drive factory performance and loss elimination by collaborating with process owners to implement solutions and standardize best practices.
• Support definition, alignment, and implementation of the Local Leadership Team execution plan.
• Co-develop the factory improvement strategy using factory OMP, loss analysis, and external benchmarks.
• Help build a 3-year roadmap for KPI progression, people development, and workplace transformation (factory vision).
• Drive alignment with LLT and key stakeholders; support cascade and communication across the Production organization.
• Support competency-building activities and identify external support requirements as needed.
• Ensure governance, routines, and tracking to sustain improvement execution and results.
• Spend time on the shop floor to assess maturity progression, identify opportunities, and provide feedback and corrective action guidance.

What This Job Offers

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