Manufacturing Operating System Leader

AVEVA DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEMS INC•Tamarac, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Operating System Leader drives organizational change by identifying and quantifying continuous improvement opportunities and engaging management and employees in analyzing and improving areas critical to the business and its external customers. The role ensures project execution through personal accountability, team facilitation, and commitment to transforming organizational culture, delivering business results, and sustaining improvements. The position leads Lean initiatives at the site and across functions, supports and mentors project leaders, develops employee capability through Lean training and certification programs, and partners with stakeholders and other Operational Excellence leaders to advance a Lean culture. The role also performs work in accordance with company values, the Code of Conduct and Business Ethics, and applicable regulatory, compliance, and safety requirements.

Requirements

Five or more years of experience successfully leading multiple Lean projects.
Expert knowledge of DMAIC, Value Stream assessment, Kaizen application, and other key Lean methodologies.
Strong presentation skills to communicate Lean initiatives in forums ranging from large employee meetings to senior leadership briefings.
Strong organizational, time-management, and project-management skills, with demonstrated experience managing project activities.
Experience leading and facilitating team events.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including excellent written and spoken English.
Ability to work independently as a self-starter and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Working knowledge of GMP.
Proficiency with Word, Excel, MS Projects, ERP systems, and statistical software.
Ten or more years of progressive business experience, demonstrating leadership through achieving outcomes with others, developing and maintaining positive working relationships, clarifying expectations, seeking understanding, and taking ownership and accountability for performance.

Nice To Haves

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt qualification is a definite asset.

Responsibilities

Lead the identification, prioritization, selection, execution, and evaluation of Lean projects to improve business results, increase customer satisfaction, transform culture, and achieve strategic plan objectives.
Mentor, coach, and support Project Leaders in applying Lean methodology and managing Lean projects.
Drive waste reduction and increase productivity at the site and through cross-functional Lean initiatives.
Develop relationships with stakeholders across the business, including Corporate/Head Office functions, and partner with them to identify and execute Lean initiatives.
Work with Operational Excellence leaders to communicate and drive change in support of developing and transforming to a Lean culture.
Manage the development and delivery of Lean methodology training for Lean Project Leaders and project participants to expand knowledge, understanding, and capability and to involve, align, educate, and empower site employees.
Collaborate with Operational Excellence leaders to manage development and execution of Green Belt and Black Belt Certification.
Stay current with changes and advancements in Lean methodology and recommend their introduction where appropriate.
Work as a team member to achieve outcomes.
Perform all work in accordance with established regulatory, compliance, and safety requirements and the company Code of Conduct and Business Ethics.
Perform work in support of company values.
Perform other relevant duties as assigned.