Systems Continuous Improvement / Operational Excellence Engineer

Job Description : Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Operational Excellence Leader with an engineering background to spearhead our systems continuous improvement efforts in manufacturing. This role will be located at the Concord Plant and will support both Concord and Charlotte Plants. This role is pivotal in driving a culture of excellence, leveraging lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance operational efficiency, product quality, and overall performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership : Develop and execute the operational excellence strategy, aligning with organizational goals to drive efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality.
• System Development and Implementation : Serve as a liaison between manufacturing and Asahi Kasei IT to develop, standardize, maintain, and drive system implementation. Serve as gate keeper for Management Operating System (MOS) and other operation systems.
• Continuous Improvement : Lead cross-functional teams in identifying, prioritizing, and implementing process improvement initiatives using lean and Six Sigma tools.
• Project Management : Utilize technical knowledge and Management Operating System (MOS) skills to perform end-to-end project management focusing on Lean & Six Sigma projects.
• Data-Driven Decision-Making : Analyze operational data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for improvement, ensuring measurable results.
• Lean Manufacturing Implementation : Champion the application of lean tools, including 5S, Value Stream Mapping, SMED, and Kanban, to optimize production processes and reduce cycle times.
• Six Sigma Methodology : Apply Six Sigma techniques to reduce process variation, improve quality, and drive cost-saving initiatives.
• Performance Metrics : Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of improvement initiatives and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Change Management : Drive adoption of operational excellence initiatives through effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and change management strategies.
• Collaboration : Work closely with production, quality, engineering, and supply chain teams to integrate improvements across all functions.

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If you are a visionary leader with a passion for operational excellence and a proven ability to drive transformational improvements, we encourage you to apply. Be a key player in shaping the future of manufacturing at our organization.

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