Job Description
Operational Excellence Specialist required for Medical Device client based in Cork. 12 month contract role.
This role provides an exciting opportunity to embed & sustain continuous improvement processes/programs in line with standards at a growing site in Cork, Ireland. Key
Responsibilities
1. Operational Excellence (OE) partner responsible to support Business Unit Leadership Teams and functional departments through the development of business process standards in line with existing standards, e.g. Standard Work, 6S, Digital Performance Management, A3 Problem Solving and Value Stream Mapping.
2. Shape and lead site-wide change programs through lean & six sigma methodologies.
3. Embed & sustain 'Managing Site Performance' business process standard on site.
4. Lead TIPs & mentor initiative leads on methodology.
5. Develop and cultivate a continuous improvement culture.
6. Enhance the involvement and engagement of employees in process improvements.
7. Ensure all continuous improvement projects are conducted to the highest of standards in a safe, quality-focused, and effective manner.
Requirements:
8. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
9. Innovative, adaptable and collaborative approach to business challenges
10. Incorporates different perspectives, backgrounds, and talent to generate effective ideas or solutions and engage in open and constructive conversations, focused on high-performance teams
11. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
12. Proven problem-solving and critical thinking skills
13. Serve as a role model for making Credo-based decisions, helping others understand the value of Credo-based decisions.
14. Strong facilitator capable of leading cross functional workshops/mapping sessions
15. Third level Degree or qualification in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics
16. Desirable Certified to Black/Green belt level or relevant Lean or Six Sigma Qualification
17. Proven track record in leading significant project and/or change initiatives that have delivered breakthrough results for an organization.
18. Strong cross-functional business insight and proven ability to lead the delivery of cross functional projects.