Operational Excellence Specialist I

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Office

Job Description

Summary:

Assists in the implementation of Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Practical Process Improvement (PPI) Business System within the site. Works closely with site and business leadership to mature PPI coaching tools to drive a problem-solving and continuous improvement culture. Partners with Site and Functional teams to facilitate kaizens that improve performance results, and develops PPI capability at various levels through training, qualification, and coaching.

Essential Functions: 

Operational Excellence Projects

• Analyzes/proposes operational opportunities primarily within site operations by conducting detailed operational, value stream and financial analyses, interviewing key personnel, and observing operations.
• Builds specific proposals for operational improvement projects to senior management, including basic cost-benefit analysis, based on assessment of opportunities.
• Directly leads and/or runs approved operational improvement projects, ensuring projects achieve desired objectives.   
• Maintains projects on time and budget, leads expectations and risks, and ensures post-implementation benefits are realized.
• Calculates savings realized through projects, working with Finance and Project sponsors to achieve agreed final financial impact of project. 

Operational Excellence Program

• Supports the development of an operational excellence culture by using the various methodologies and tools such as: lean manufacturing, six sigma, pull manufacturing, total productive maintenance, waste reduction in scrap, cycle time, Work in Progress (WIP), scrap, labour utilization.
• Establishes relationships with site leaders to understand their business objectives and priorities and develop supporting improvement initiatives.
• Develops a deep understanding of site manufacturing capabilities and processes.
• Stays apprised of new developments in business process improvement methodology and best practices, including learning from other Thermo Fisher Scientific sites, market leaders and industries.
• Acts as an internal consultant for sharing and implementation of operational excellence best practices within the site.
• Assists in the education and training of site staff, including the shop floor level, on operational excellence principles.
• Maintains a safe working environment and report potential hazards.  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited higher learning institution with studies in Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Operations is highly preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:

Experience in the pharmaceutical, food or cosmetic industry and/or Lean manufacturing principles is preferred or an equivalent combination experience.

Minimum 1 year experience executing operational excellence initiatives or continuous improvement projects.

Experience in the following tools is preferred:

Value stream mapping, visual management/5S, Kanban, standard work, metric boards, Gemba, stand-up meetings, and project funnel development.

Preferred skills in Microsoft Office suite, Smartsheet, Power BI, mini-tab, programming or other relevant data analytical tools.

Project management hands-on experience in managing cross functional projects or changes throughout all levels of business an asset.

Equivalency:

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills. Strong communication skills – verbal, written, presentation.  Strong organizational skills. Ability to meet deadlines and to manage projects and tasks. Ability to work with and influence a wide range of levels in the organization - from executive level to associate level. Ability to establish positive working relationships in a global, international organization.  Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Demonstrated commitment to our 4i Values.  Good proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).  Proficiency with the English Language. 

Compensation

The salary range estimated for this position based in Ontario is $46,600.00–$69,850.00.