Operational Excellence Specialist

2 weeks ago


Bedford, Massachusetts, United States Cambridge Technology, a Novanta Company Full time

Overview

The Continuous Improvement Leader plays a pivotal role in refining processes and systems to enhance overall effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity within the organization. This position involves collaboration with internal stakeholders, leadership, and team members to pinpoint and address critical manufacturing operations that necessitate enhancement. The successful candidate will implement process improvement strategies and champion a culture of continuous enhancement. Additionally, you will mentor and guide a team of continuous improvement advocates to align with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Direct Lean manufacturing initiatives, including facilitating small group sessions and Kaizen events aimed at achieving measurable productivity improvements.
  • Recognize and disseminate best practices across various departments.
  • Foster a culture of Lean thinking and maintain operational excellence initiatives.
  • Lead problem-solving efforts in production through root cause analysis.
  • Plan, drive, and execute improvement strategies in processes, work methods, digitization, and technological infrastructure.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to propel continuous improvement projects and manage transitions effectively.
  • Boost employee engagement by instilling a Lean culture and offering relevant training on Lean practices.
  • Encourage profitable growth by developing and applying Lean methodologies.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering with a minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing operations.
  • Due to ITAR regulations, candidates must be U.S. Citizens or possess a Green Card (Permanent Resident) to qualify.
  • Proficient in facilitating sessions using methodologies such as LEAN, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, Problem Solving, Value Stream Mapping, and Six Sigma.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting, demonstrating active listening, facilitation, communication, and motivation skills across diverse teams and organizational levels.
  • Proven leadership capabilities in a relevant field, adaptable to change, and quick to learn.
  • Strong commitment to operational excellence and business outcomes, with the capacity to engage effectively at all organizational tiers.

Travel Expectations:

  • Occasional travel to various company locations, up to 20%.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to work in a standard office environment and utilize standard office equipment, including computers.
  • Capability to use vision for reading computer screens and printed materials.


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