What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head of Operational Excellence Americas position at Henkel?
About this Position The Head of Operational Excellence Americas will be responsible for leading continuous improvement initiatives across Henkel Adhesive’s 37 manufacturing sites across US, Mexico and South America. It will oversee the performance of the Safety Health & Environmental (SHE) for Americas in providing governance, redesigning work, enabling people, providing expertise cross regionally, to successfully drive our SHE change agenda. Additionally, it will oversee and ensure effective roll out of the Sustainability strategy, policies and commitments for the regions. The Henkel Production Systems (HPS) Americas function will also report into this role and support the regions in driving lean/continuous improvement initiatives. The incumbent will also lead, mentor and coach direct and indirect reports.
What You´ll Do
This position can be also performed from other major HAT locations in North America, including Sao Paulo or Mexico City.
Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.
Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and other legally protected characteristics.
What You´ll Do
- The Head of Operational Excellence Americas is a senior leadership role in our Henkel Adhesive Technologies Operations and Supply Chain organization responsible for driving operational excellence across the Americas region (North and Latin America).
- Partner with regional senior management and the Global Head of Operational Excellence to develop and drive efficiency improvement programs.
- Develop and drive the strategy of Lean Six Sigma across the manufacturing footprint.
- Analyze new technologies and conduct competitive analyses to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and optimize utilization.
- Utilize data-driven insights to identify process bottlenecks, monitor KPIs, and recommend improvements.
- Ensure manufacturing systems are properly resourced and efficiently utilized.
- Lead operational excellence initiatives, including production scheduling, cost of goods analysis, lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, and Kanban, etc.
- Train and mentor staff in continuous improvement methodologies to foster a performance-driven culture.
- Oversee SHE (Safety, Health, Environment) and sustainability strategy implementation, ensuring compliance and progress toward 0-0-0 objectives.
- Monitor and enhance the company’s sustainability performance, aligning with evolving industry standards.
- Master’s degree in engineering or related field with a minimum of 10 years of experience in a heavy processing environment.
- 5 years operational experience (preferred).
- Must be capable of supervising crews and or maintenance personnel during projects.
- Must be a self-motivated individual with experience working in teams to accomplish objectives.
- Ability to analyze data and develop recommendations and solutions.
- Excellent planning, organizing and project management skills.
- Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
- Ability to relate information clearly, concisely and persuasively.
- Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
- Knowledgeable in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid and work from anywhere policies.
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities.
- Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs.
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks.
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares.
- Annual performance bonus.
- Comprehensive healthcare including mental health support and 401(k) plan matched by employer.
- Family benefits including fertility support, fully paid parental leave, caregiver services.
- Vacation time off, sickness leave, holidays, volunteer time off & more.
This position can be also performed from other major HAT locations in North America, including Sao Paulo or Mexico City.
Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.
Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and other legally protected characteristics.
Salary : $210,000 - $275,000
