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A global pharmaceutical and drug delivery manufacturing organization is seeking a Senior Operational Excellence Professional to support continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and operational functions. This role will focus on driving measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement while partnering closely with cross-functional leadership teams.
Job Responsibility
Lead and support high-impact operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with business goals
Deploy Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies across operations and support functions
Partner with site leadership and cross-functional teams to identify, prioritize, and execute improvement opportunities
Facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping sessions, root cause analyses, and problem-solving workshops
Track, validate, and communicate operational and financial improvements tied to CI initiatives
Mentor and coach operational leaders, Green Belts, and project teams on Lean principles and continuous improvement tools
Support development of standard work, KPI governance, and tiered management systems
Act as a change agent to promote a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement
Drive sustainable process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and business performance
Requirements
6 years of experience in operational excellence, continuous improvement, manufacturing operations, or related leadership roles
Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and change management methodologies
Proven track record delivering measurable operational improvements in manufacturing or regulated environments
Experience influencing and collaborating with senior leadership and cross-functional teams
Strong analytical, communication, and facilitation skills
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification or equivalent preferred
Nice to have
Experience within pharmaceutical, medical device, biotechnology, or highly regulated manufacturing environments
Background supporting operational transformation and process optimization initiatives
Experience leading Kaizen events and driving cultural change initiatives