REGIONAL OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE (OpEx) MANAGER

Trident Seafoods•Seattle, WA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Operational Excellence Manager (OpEx) is responsible for deploying Trident Performance System (TPS) strategy; and utilize Lean 6 Sigma Manufacturing methodology to drive operational process improvements that support Trident Seafoods SCUBA Program (Supply Chain Unlimited Business Acceleration). This position will develop and execute Lean 6 Sigma projects & Kaizen events across multiple Trident’s Alaska locations. The individual will provide mentoring, coaching and training as needed to support the use of the Operational Excellence methodology and tools such as TPM/Lean/Six Sigma. This position will be responsible for deploying and leading the transformation with a goal of improved safety, quality, cost, productivity, service, and employee engagement.

Requirements

At least 3+ years of cross-functional Operations and/or Operational Excellence experience
Experience in successful planning, facilitation & completion of Kaizen events & 6 Sigma projects
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or related Technical field
Experience and passion for introducing new techniques (i.e. change agent)
Strong leadership, communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills
Strong problem-solving mindset
Analytical aptitude – ability to collect and analyze data and think systematically
Ability to influence and drive change
Results oriented with excellent project and time management skills
Business sense – ability to understand how changes will drive the right business results
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Proficiency in data analysis

Nice To Haves

SAP experience preferred
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification preferred
Minitab preferred

Responsibilities

Lead Zero Loss Analysis, Lean 6 Sigma projects and Kaizen events at Alaska plant locations
Ensure successful Kaizen events by ensuring commitment to the process which may include: 1) planning the Kaizen, 2) facilitating the Kaizen, and 3) ensuring the sustainment of the improvements.
Collaborate with various departments and functions in identifying and selecting projects that are aligned to key business priorities
Share best practices within and across plants
Provide project management and governance as needed
Act as a change agent, systematically driving use of TPS for continuous improvement and change throughout the operations
Create metric reporting
Ensure SCUBA savings and other KPI targets are achieved
Provide thought leadership within the operations and within the OpEx Team
Effectively collaborate and build strong relationships with local and enterprise teams
Influence local teams with the adoption of TPS
Perform other responsibilities and tasks as assigned
Acquires knowledge of Trident’s Environmental and Safety Policies by completing required training programs and performing designated work activities in accordance with training and procedures/work instructions
Notifies designated personnel of any environmental or safety incidents or risks not previously documented, in accordance with Environmental Awareness and/or safety trainings
Regularly works onsite to build strong team connections, collaborate across functions, and solve problems in real time.