The Opportunity:
Implements tactical process improvement goals that drive efficiency, scalability, and innovation across business functions. Contributes significantly to the achievement of strategic business objectives by leading efforts in workflow optimization, automation, and operational risk reduction. Manages large process improvement projects and/or processes, overseeing initiatives such as enterprise-wide process standardization, advanced workflow redesigns, and compliance-driven business improvements. Directs the activities of others within projects, ensuring alignment with best practices, organizational goals, and industry benchmarks. Works on complex problems requiring an in-depth evaluation of multiple variable factors, including resource allocation, regulatory adherence, and technology integrations. Adapts precedents and may make departures from traditional approaches to develop innovative solutions that streamline operations and enhance productivity. Communicates with and influences senior management, providing insights into process optimization strategies, automation frameworks, and efficiency-driven cost reductions. Enhances relationships and networks with senior internal and external partners who may not be familiar with process improvement methodologies, often requiring persuasive communication to align stakeholders with strategic objectives. Job Description: Site Operations Excellence Leader
Position Summary
The Site Operations Excellence Leader is responsible for leading the deployment, maturity, and sustainability of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives across the site. This role serves as the site's primary change agent, driving a culture of operational excellence through the implementation of Lean principles, daily management systems, problem-solving methodologies, and employee engagement programs.
The Lean Leader partners with site leadership and cross-functional teams to improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, inventory performance, and cost competitiveness. This position develops organizational capability, coaches leaders and employees, and ensures Lean principles become embedded in the site's operating culture.
Key Responsibilities
Lean Strategy & Deployment
Develop and execute the site's Lean Manufacturing strategy aligned with business objectives.
Lead deployment of the company's Operational Excellence, Lean, and Continuous Improvement programs.
Establish annual Lean objectives, performance targets, and improvement roadmaps.
Drive alignment between site goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
Serve as the site's subject matter expert for Lean systems, tools, and methodologies.
Continuous Improvement Leadership
Lead and facilitate Kaizen events focused on improving operational performance.
Execute Value Stream Mapping activities to identify waste and optimize process flow.
Drive implementation of Lean tools, including: 5S
Visual Management
Standard Work
Daily Management
Kanban
SMED (Quick Changeover)
Pull Systems
Error Proofing (Poka-Yoke)
Root Cause Problem Solving
Establish sustainable improvement processes and controls.
Operational Performance Improvement
Identify opportunities to improve: Safety performance
Quality performance
OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)
Throughput
Productivity
Lead Times
Inventory Levels
Cost Performance
Customer Service
Lead projects that deliver measurable operational and financial improvements.
Track and validate savings generated from Lean initiatives.
Culture & Capability Development
Develop Lean knowledge and problem-solving capability throughout the organization.
Train leaders, supervisors, engineers, and frontline employees on Lean methodologies.
Coach leadership teams on Lean behaviors and continuous improvement practices.
Establish a culture of accountability, employee engagement, and continuous improvement.
Develop internal Lean champions and improvement leaders.
Daily Management & Problem Solving
Implement and sustain…