Oakley - Continuous Improvement Director

Requisition ID: 855414 
Store #: O00152 MFG Administration - 1ICON FHR 
Position:Full-Time
 

At Oakley, we believe everyone in the world can and will become better. We’re cultivating a safe and inclusive environment where all voices can evoke meaningful and purposeful change. When you’re free to be the best version of yourself is when you can Be Who You Are.

With us, you’ll be part of a team that’s influencing athletes, whether they’re running in your neighborhood or standing on an Olympic podium. Together we bring the latest in advanced eyewear technology and apparel innovation to our athletes and our customers. Every day at Oakley is a chance to grow, go further and achieve more. ​

Oakley is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses.

GENERAL FUNCTIONS

The Director, Continuous Improvement (CI) leads the continuous improvement vision, strategy and execution plan for the organization by building capability that establishes a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.  The Director leads adherence to the principles of Lean and Six Sigma manufacturing during the execution of strategic plans across the Foothill Ranch facility.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creates a culture of Continuous Improvement by providing leadership and coaching to teams across the FHR organization. This role requires a HANDS ON approach to facilitate CI activities and training of employees on improvement tools such as:  Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI processes
• Defines and drives business transformation, streamlines operations, and builds new solutions to simplify business processes
• Works with key business leaders in annual strategy deployment planning process and prioritizes improvement opportunities based on strategy deployment and tactical planning objectives
• Partners with leaders in developing the annual budget
• Establishes a culture where tools and methods are utilized in a standard and documented way to deliver improvements
• Develops and deploys Continuous Improvement Roadmap
• Evaluates use of Artificial Intelligence and Big Data Analytics and implementation options
• Proactively engages cross-functional partners to sustain a continuous improvement culture
• Leads technical training strategy and deployment
• Serves as Master Black Belt and subject matter expert (SME) in CI by generating validated cost reduction initiatives and process improvements throughout the organization
• Maintains positive work relationships with members of other teams to communicate effectively and ensure support with cross-team responsibilities
• Translates and documents performance improvements to financial values that align with corporate goals
• Provides CI status reports for both internal and external communications including metric based accomplishments of the CI plan, to include estimates and reports on true savings of CI efforts in all areas
• Promotes and supports cross-pollination of ideas, knowledge, standards and improvements

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain or related
• 10 years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment
• 5 years developing and implementing Lean supply chain, production, and process improvement initiatives
• 5 years of management/leadership
• Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt
• Previous significant operations role (Continuous Improvement Manager, Operations Manager, project or program manager, quality manager, production control)
• Experience leading teams in a fast paced MFG environment, in a manner that drives teamwork, collaboration and a high degree of integrity
• Superior problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and analytical skills
• Passion for solving problems and operational excellence
• Focused, organized, results-oriented individual
• Self-motivated and able to achieve high impact in an unstructured environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree
• Bilingual English/Spanish

​Pay Range: 159,104.18  - 219,585.98 

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process.  To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law. 

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