Operational Excellence Manager

Title: Operational Excellence Team Lead

Organization: InvaGen Pharmaceuticals a Cipla www.cipla.com subsidiary

Location: Central Islip or Hauppauge NY locations

Salary: $95k - $110k bonus

Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and matching, health insurance – medical/dental/vision, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending account (FSA), paid time off (PTO) – vacation/sick/flex time, paid holidays, short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), parental leave, paid and unpaid family leave, employee discounts, and other benefits.

The Operational Excellence Team Lead will spearhead initiatives to enhance cost productivity, improve equipment efficiencies, and drive process robustness within the pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role involves coordinating with cross-functional teams to execute improvement projects, ensuring adherence to HSE and cGMP practices, and leveraging Manufacturing 4.0 technologies for data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma certifications, and a proven track record in process optimization and project management.

Cost Productivity:

• Drive throughput improvement projects.
• Identify and address capacity challenges.
• Ensure execution of improvement projects in coordination with various teams.
• Follow HSE and cGMP practices during projects.
• Track financial impacts of completed projects.

Improvement & Tracking of Equipment Efficiencies:

• Track Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and drive improvement projects.
• Prioritize top SKUs based on volume and value.
• Align financial impacts with site and central finance.

Process Robustness & Capability Building:

• Improve process capability using DMAIC.
• Provide Lean Six Sigma (LSS) training.
• Deploy LSS projects and develop internal dashboards.

Manufacturing 4.0:

• Collect data and govern sprint use cases.
• Implement analytics use-cases for process improvement.
• Reduce cycle time variability and improve production.
• Support digital and analytics-led manpower allocation.
• Implement Production Planning & Detailed Scheduling (PPDS).

Qualifications:

• BS in Chemical/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering; MS preferred.
• 7-10 years of experience in Manufacturing Excellence.
• Certifications in Six Sigma and Lean (Green Belt or Black Belt).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of process engineering and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive innovation.

About Cipla

Cipla is a leading global pharmaceutical company, dedicated to high-quality, branded, and generic medicines. We are trusted by healthcare professionals and patients across geographies. Over the last eight decades, we have strengthened our leadership in India’s pharmaceutical industry and fortified our promise of strengthening our global focus by consolidating and deepening our presence in the key markets of India, South Africa, the U.S., and other economies of the emerging world. Driven by the purpose ‘Caring for Life’, Cipla’s focus has always been on making affordable, world-class medicines with a reputation for uncompromising quality standards across the world. In the last 85 years, Cipla has emerged as one of the most respected pharmaceutical names

in India as well as across more than 100 countries. Cipla is a fast-growing pharmaceutical company with a continued focus on the expanse of our strong legacy. Over the last five years, Cipla has significantly expanded its portfolio and presence in the U.S. with

both a generic and brand division.

InvaGen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

InvaGen Pharmaceuticals is a Cipla subsidiary engaged in the development, manufacture, marketing, and distribution of generic prescription medicines with focus on a range of therapeutic areas, including cardiovascular, anti-infective, CNS, anti-inflammatory,

anti-diabetic, and anti-depressants. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Central Islip and Hauppauge, New York. In October 2020, InvaGen established its project site in Fall River, Massachusetts to support the launch of Cipla’s respiratory business

in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cipla USA & its U.S. Affiliates are committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

At Cipla, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

careers.northamerica@cipla.com.

About the Salary/ Pay Range:

The salary range mentioned above is an anticipated base salary range for this position. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. The salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for benefits and participation in a bonus program based on performance and company results.

Pre-employment Process:

Applicants who receive a conditional offer must satisfactory complete pre-employment drug testing based on state law