Operational Excellence Leader

Title: Site Dedicated Operational Excellence Leader

Location: West Bend, WI (On-Site)

Salary: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00

Job Summary:

Partners with Site Manager and Site Leaders to facilitate year over year operational improvement through the execution of our business initiatives. This position is responsible for assisting to improve individual company business results through the development, improvement, and implementation of the organization’s CMOS process. These positions will be in strategic locations to support site initiatives, will report to the Site Manager while also having a solid reporting line to the Global Director of Continuous Improvement. These positions will facilitate and train individuals in the use of the CMOS toolbox tools (ie. Six Sigma, standard work, Kanban, JIT, Cellular Manufacturing, VSM, 6S, Pareto, SMED, TQC, etc.), and will work together with the Regional Continuous Improvement Leaders to develop and execute the CMOS continuous improvement plans. This role will be directly responsible for achieving the desired PCIS results for their respective sites. This includes generating and maintaining a sufficient funnel of projects to support the desired PCIS % each year.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• Assist with the development and expansion of the CMOS (Company Operating System).

• Drive the use of these tools across the site.

• Work with Site Leaders and Regional Operational Excellence Leaders to develop and execute strategic plans for cutting site costs.

• Implement strategic KPI’s and measurement systems to determine manufacturing performance and capabilities.

• Provide technical guidance and facilitate problem-solving methodologies (ie. Six Sigma methodologies & Lean Tools).

• Work with the site to identify the needs of the business and execute CMOS tools to achieve desired business results.

• Evaluate and measure the impact CMOS is making on the business results, adjusting the support as needed to ensure business result improvements

• Ensure best practice sharing across company.

• Directly manage strategic PCIS projects to drive improvement in process metrics, target financial benefits and upgrading of company supporting systems.

• Provides project leadership, mentors team members, and ensures projects remain on task and are completed timely.

• Maintains site monthly PCIS funnel reporting and ensures site savings projects stay on track with yearly PCIS targets.

• Ensures the effective communication of project status, issues, risks and budgetary information to key site stakeholders, the Business Unit and Global Leaders.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

Competencies:

• High-level experience with Lean Six Sigma tools (6S, VSM, Process Mapping, Kanban, Kaizen, JIT, SMED, Product Flow, Data Analysis, etc.)

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work-flows and procedures

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

• Excellent communication and facilitation skills, both oral and written demonstrated by the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.

• Skilled in the ability to influence without authority. Using data and reasoning to achieve change when resistance to change is present.

• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives.

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality, listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things. Maintains confidentiality of all payroll, medical, benefit and employee related information.

• Capacity to understand the corporate vision, and the ability to share this vision with the business units.

• Ability to stay focused and execute plans designed to positively impact the site’s business culture shifting behaviors to support the development of a continuous improvement culture.

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (BS) from a four-year college or university, or a four-year technical degree or equivalent in engineering, business or related field.

• Minimum of four years experience in a technical capacity (Engineering, Manufacturing or Quality).

• Six Sigma exposure/training. Accredited Black Belt training preferred, with demonstrated project management skills..

• Demonstrate strong leadership skills, with the ability to effectively function in a supportive/consultative role. Must be able to show success by influencing others, not necessarily directing.

• Demonstrated experience facilitating the Lean Manufacturing and driving cost savings in multiple business environments.

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams.

• Experience and/or Training:

• Ability to travel globally10-20% of the time.

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Preferred.

Physical & Mental Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear; and use hands to handle, or touch objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Working Environment:

Only those present in a normal office setting, no known significant hazards. Will work with a wide range of people. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Occasional trips to manufacturing areas will be required, and occasional travel for company business is also required.

The above statement reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation describes and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work that may be inherent in the occupation.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for positions of 30 hours or more per week.

• Health Savings Account with annual employer contribution.

• Company provided Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Short-Term Disability.

• Voluntary Life Insurance, Spousal Life, Child Life, Critical Illness, Accident, and Long-Term Disability.

• 401(k) with matching contribution that is fully vested from day one.

• Generous amount of PTO, plus 14 paid Holidays.

• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunity.

• $250 in Lifestyle Reimbursement Account upon completion of annual physical.

• Wellness program with monthly themes, quarterly challenges, onsite flu shot clinics and biometric screenings.

• Clean and safe work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to foster an inclusive and diverse workplace culture. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We value diversity and believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to drive innovation, foster creativity, and achieve success. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to ensuring a fair and equitable recruitment and employment process for everyone.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Application Question(s):

• Will you now or in the future require work visa sponsorship?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Operational Excellence Leadership: 5 years (Preferred)
• OpEx in a Manufacturing / Industrial Environment: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• West Bend, WI 53090 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $100,000 - $125,000