Operational Excellence Manager

Description:

The Manager, Operational Excellence supports continuous improvement and the development of site, functional departments, and operational excellence programs. Utilizes lean six sigma manufacturing principles, processes and tools to identify, define & implement systemic improvements that promote and sustain the overall business strategies and initiatives. Through project management, training and coaching of site personnel, eliminates waste and inefficiencies in industrial manufacturing facilities by recommending and implementing process improvements. Designs and implements continuous improvement tools such as KPI monitoring boards, OPEX training boot camp modules, coaching programs, employee ownership programs, kaizens, etc.  As an integral part of the Site Leadership, the individual will partner with various business units to implement a sustained continuous improvement culture that will be part of daily operations, meet and/or exceed key performance indicators on all fronts of operation aspects such as, Lean thinking and principles, production yield improvement, First Time Right, efficiency enhancements, reduction of lead time, elevate site's maturity level on OE, etc.

Schedule:

8am - 4:30pm EST Monday to Friday

Fully onsite (not hybrid)

Essential Functions:

• Assessing, analyzing and implementing continuous improvement solutions across the sites and supporting functions to identify and eliminate waste, organize around Lean processes and deliver excellence on safety, service, environmental, quality, productivity and cost.
• Perform business /site lean assessments, maturity assessments, development of content and delivery of training, supporting cross business unit projects and initiatives such as: Interfacing with Quality, Planning, TS, Engineering, R&D, HR, IT, Finance and other functional roles through coaching and mentoring to promote a culture of continuous improvement. Ensure training of 6S, LEAN, SIX SIGMA, KAIZEN, GEMBA, Short interval control and Standard work.
• Facilitate problem solving sessions such as OPEX Projects, Kaizen or Workshops, Gemba walks, training etc. to lead teams to address issues integrating Sigma/Lean Manufacturing tools to consistently improve process yields, reduce waste and drive productivity.
• Supports activities related to development of mindset and behavior towards continuous improvement such as: reward & recognition, communications campaign, employee ownership, certification programs etc. Maintains and monitors productivity and quality metrics/measurements (KPI's) to ensure optimum efficiency and Quality utilizing metrics to drive operational improvements.
• Monitors site OPEX project activities to assure control of milestones, efficiency gains and track budget cost savings to actual. Designs and delivers presentations to Senior Management on the results of Analysis work undertaken and status of Transformational initiatives
• Supports best practices sharing throughout NJ/NY sites

Additional Responsibilities:

• Must have strong computer skills, MS Office, MS Project, MS Visio or equivalent.
• Preferred: Computerized statistical software such as MINITAB or equivalent. Black Belt or Green Belt experience preferred
• Knowledge of cGMP, FDA and other regulatory compliance.
• Identify project categories with respect to the project type, financial benefit type, Appropriate project teams and sponsors which constitute the Opex portfolio.
• Focus on overall objectives in terms of financial savings for the calendar year
• Coordination with external agencies; consultants and trainers. Making the Site adapt to the changes suggested for improvement. Regular interaction with Site head on Opex activities, hiccups, projects identification, progress reports, assistance required for any project with respect to any financial investment.
• Conduct daily, weekly and monthly SIC – Short interval control meetings and effect resolutions for any issues/concerns.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelors Degree (BA/BS) Engineering or Operations Management - Required
• Master Degree (MS/MA) Engineering, Science, Operations Management - Preferred

Experience:

• 5 years or more in Manufacturing experience with a strong understanding of OPEX (Pharmaceutical/Med Device Industry experience preferred)
• 3 years or more in Management of people, projects, a functional area or a combination.

Skills:

• Hand-on experience with Operational Excellence body of knowledge including DMAIC & PDCA methodology, problem solving, standard work, SMED, OEE, OPE etc. - Advanced
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills - Advanced
• People leadership and teamwork skills - Advanced
• Experience collaborating with employees within a department at various levels from shop floor to upper management and across functions - Advanced
• Project Management and Planning Skills - Advanced
• Displays sound business acumen and integrated thinking - Advanced

Specialized Knowledge: Licenses:

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification - Preferred
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification - Required

The base salary for this position ranges from $140,000 to $155,000 per year.   Amneal ranges reflect the Company’s good faith estimate of base salary that Amneal reasonably believes that it will pay for said position at the time of the posting.  Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors, including but not limited to, qualifications, geographic location and other relevant skills.  At the heart of our Total Rewards commitment is a comprehensive, flexible and competitive benefits program for eligible positions that enables you to choose the plans and coverage that meet your personal needs. This includes above-market, diverse and robust health and insurance benefits to meet the varied needs of our employees as well as a significant 401(k) matching contribution to help our employees save for retirement.  We also promote employee well-being with programs that helps you enjoy your career alongside life’s many other commitments and opportunities.

Salary : $140,000 - $155,000