SUMMARY: Ware looking for an experienced Lean Manufacturing Expert to manage NG manufacturing/Packaging continuous improvement initiatives for a pharmaceutical industry in Puerto Rico.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
Conduct value stream mappingKaizen events and root cause analysis to identify improvement opportunities.
Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for optimized workflows.
Collaborate with Quality Assurance (QA) and Regulatory Affairs teams to ensure compliance with FDA EMA and GMP guidelines.
Train and mentor employees on Lean principles fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Analyze manufacturing and packaging processes identifying bottlenecks and recommending solutions.
Utilize data analytics to track performance metrics and drive decision-making.
Support automation and digital transformation initiatives to enhance productivity.
Provide strategic recommendations for cost reductionwaste elimination and efficiency improvements.
Ensure alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
Support other related activities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Masters or Doctorate degree in Science or Engineering
Over 10 years of direct related experience in the pharmaceutical biotechnology or medical devices industries
Proven experience in Lean Manufacturing methodologies
Preferable Green belt/Black Belt certification
Strong experience performing Value stream mapping
Strong experience managing Packaging line time studies.
Develop/ Propose Packaging line standard process improvements
Executes Lean Six Sigma projects distinguishes between DMAIC DFSS PDCA Kaizens and Kaizen Event opportunities to reduce defects variability and/or cycle time increase yield rates among others delivering controls to maintain sustainable results.
Fully bilingual: Spanish and English
WORK METHODOLOGY:
Professional Services agreement
Hybrid project - Presence in Puerto Rico is required
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