Operational Excellence Specialist

Merck KGaA Darmstadt Germany-posted 3 days ago

Full-time • Mid Level

Jaffrey, NH

5,001-10,000 employees

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Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma. Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people's lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us. This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. Your Role: As an Operational Excellence Specialist within the Life Science Production System (LSPS) deployment team, you will be instrumental in facilitating the integration and sustained, value-driven application of LSPS across the Jaffrey site. Your role is crucial in managing change and establishing a site-wide standard for empowering practices that promote innovation and deliver tangible impact.

Tool Implementation & Utilization: Ensure effective and sustained use of LSPS tools throughout the Jaffrey site.
Expertise Development: Develop a comprehensive understanding of LSPS criteria and expectations to enhance system maturity and impact.
Collaboration: Establish and leverage partnerships with local, regional, and global teams to drive innovation and maintain LSPS standards.
Communication and Presentation: Engage with individuals at all levels, utilizing strong communication and presentational skills to effectively convey information, manage expectations, and facilitate change.
Data Analysis: Utilize digital tools to analyze, communicate and act on insights.
Project Management: Lead and execute process improvement projects, ensuring timely delivery and measurable results.
Ongoing Support: Coach and mentor teams throughout their continuous improvement journey, ensuring sustained practices and overall site maturity.
Progress Reviews: Conduct regular progress reviews to ensure accountability and performance improvement.
Best Practice Sharing: Recognize and standardize successful practices to promote site and global alignment.

3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Ability to lead and manage change initiatives effectively
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels
Knowledge of Lean methodologies, including TIM WOODS
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office

5+ years of demonstrated experience in cross-functional collaboration in a manufacturing environment
Bachelor's Degree
Knowledge of change management methodologies
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification
Experience with PowerBI, PowerApps and Smartsheets
Self-driven individual with a continuous improvement mindset
Proven ability to influence without direct authority and work collaboratively across teams
Strong analytical skills with the capability to solve complex problems and make data-driven decisions
Experience in facilitating workshops and training sessions

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

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