Performance Excellence Leader

Purpose of the Position: A performance excellence leader in manufacturing is responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives and implementing strategies to optimize operational performance and enhance overall productivity within the organization. They play a crucial role in fostering a culture of excellence, implementing lean manufacturing principles, and ensuring the effective use of resources to achieve performance targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading and facilitating continuous improvement initiatives, such as Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other improvement methodologies. This includes identifying improvement opportunities, conducting process analysis, and driving initiatives to optimize operational efficiency and eliminate waste.
• Developing and implementing performance metrics, KPIs, and performance tracking systems to monitor and evaluate operational performance. This includes analyzing performance data, identifying trends, and recommending actions to address performance gaps and achieve targets.
• Providing training and coaching to employees at all levels of the organization on lean principles, problem-solving techniques, and process improvement methodologies. This includes organizing workshops, facilitating training sessions, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Leading cross-functional teams to execute improvement projects and achieve performance objectives. This includes defining project scopes, developing project plans, allocating resources, and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Driving change management initiatives to ensure successful adoption of continuous improvement practices and sustain improvements over time. This includes communicating the benefits of change, addressing resistance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including production, engineering, quality, and supply chain, to identify improvement opportunities and implement solutions. This includes building relationships, influencing stakeholders, and driving alignment towards performance excellence goals.
• Researching and implementing industry best practices and benchmarking initiatives to stay abreast of industry trends and drive continuous improvement. This includes conducting competitive analysis, participating in industry forums, and implementing innovative practices to enhance operational excellence.

Work Hours:

• Standard Hours (Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm)
• Flexible hours may be required to support weekends/evenings operations requirements (including coverage for shift supervisors on 12hr shift rotation as needed).

Education & Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations management, industrial engineering, or a related field
• Relevant certifications such as Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt, Kaizen, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• 5+ years of manufacturing related experience

Required Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in leading and executing continuous improvement initiatives, utilizing lean methodologies, and driving change management.
• Proven track record of achieving performance targets and delivering measurable results through process improvement initiatives.
• Experience in project management, including leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple improvement projects simultaneously.
• Experience in leading and facilitating training sessions or workshops on lean principles, problem-solving techniques, and process improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in using data analysis tools and software for performance tracking, statistical analysis, and root cause analysis.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams towards a culture of continuous improvement.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities to identify improvement opportunities, analyze data, and develop effective solutions.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement methodologies, and performance management systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization and facilitate change.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools to effectively plan, execute, and track improvement projects.

Desired Skills:

• Strong data analysis and statistical skills to analyze performance data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Familiarity with relevant regulations and industry standards related to manufacturing processes and quality management.