Regional Operations Excellence (OpEx) Manager

Trident Seafoods Corporation•Seattle, WA

58d•$130,000 - $165,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Operations Excellence (OpEx) Manager deploys Trident’s Performance System (TPS) strategy and uses Lean Six Sigma manufacturing methods to improve operational processes in support of the Trident Seafoods SCUBA Program. The role develops and executes Lean Six Sigma projects and Kaizen events across multiple Alaska locations, and provides mentoring, coaching, and training in Operational Excellence methods and tools, including TPM, Lean, and Six Sigma. The manager leads transformation efforts to improve safety, quality, cost, productivity, service, and employee engagement. The position is based onsite at Trident’s Support Center in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood, with the option to work remotely on Fridays. Regular onsite work supports team connection, cross-functional collaboration, and real-time problem solving. Travel to remote locations is required and may reach 30%–50%; trips may last two to six weeks, and most travel is planned and project-based. Travel work may take place in loud, wet factory environments where PPE is required. The office environment is temperature-controlled, adequately lit, and has moderate noise. When working remotely, employees must provide appropriate home-office space. The role includes occasional physical activity and additional physical requirements when working in factories. The position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Requirements

At least 3 years of cross-functional Operations and/or Operational Excellence experience.
Experience successfully planning and facilitating Kaizen events and completing Six Sigma projects.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical field.
Experience and passion for introducing new techniques and acting as a change agent.
Strong leadership, communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
Strong problem-solving mindset.
Analytical aptitude, including the 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 and the ability to understand how changes drive appropriate business results.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Proficiency in data analysis.
Ability to travel, including to remote locations, potentially 30%–50% of the time and for trips lasting two to six weeks.
Ability to meet the physical demands of factory work, including climbing stairs and ladders, walking significant distances (200 meters), and donning and doffing PPE.
Maintain valid immigration status and work authorization throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Lead Zero Loss Analysis, Lean Six Sigma projects, and Kaizen events at Alaska plant locations.
Plan and facilitate Kaizen events and ensure improvements are sustained.
Collaborate with departments and functions to identify and select projects aligned with business priorities.
Share best practices within and across plants.
Provide project management and governance as needed.
Act as a change agent, systematically driving the use of TPS for continuous improvement and operational change.
Create metric reporting.
Ensure SCUBA savings and other KPI targets are achieved.
Provide thought leadership within operations and the OpEx Team.
Collaborate effectively and build strong relationships with local and enterprise teams.
Influence local teams to adopt TPS.
Complete required environmental and safety training and perform designated work in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and work instructions.
Notify designated personnel of environmental or safety incidents or previously undocumented risks.
Perform other responsibilities and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
Optional HRA/HSA.
Telemedicine.
Employee assistance and wellness programs.
Disability programs.
Basic life and AD&D insurance.
401(k) plan with company match.
Paid time off; full-time employees initially receive 20 days per year, adjusted based on relevant experience and prorated based on hire date.
10 paid holidays each year.
Paid parental leave.
Commuter programs.
Full-time employees may be eligible for discretionary or performance-based incentives.