Change Management Specialist

Position Summary:

The Change Management Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing change management strategies and plans that drive adoption of business-critical initiatives. This role focuses on the people side of change including changes to business processes systems technologies organizational structures and culture. The specialist will work with cross-functional teams to ensure successful adoption and minimize resistance to change across the organization.

Essential/Key Functions:

Develop and execute structured change management strategies to support key transformation initiatives.

Conduct change impact assessments and readiness analyses.

Collaborate with project managers business leaders and HR to align change efforts with business goals.

Design and implement communication plans to keep stakeholders informed and engaged.

Develop and deliver training programs and materials to support change initiatives.

Monitor and measure the effectiveness of change activities and adjust strategies as needed.

Identify and manage resistance risks and issues related to change adoption.

Serve as a coach for leaders in helping them fulfill the role of change sponsors.

Foster a culture of agility adaptability and continuous improvement.

Competencies:

Change Management and Organizational Development

Communication and Influencing Skills

Stakeholder Management

Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

Project and Time Management

Adaptability and Resilience

Collaboration and Relationship Building

Minimum (Required) Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in business Human Resources Organizational Psychology or related field (masters preferred).

35 years of experience in change management organizational development or a related field.

Familiarity with change management frameworks (e.g. Prosci Kotter) and tools.

Experience supporting enterprise-level change initiatives.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust across all levels of the organization.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project/change management software (e.g. SharePoint Smartsheet).

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Who we are:

Milacron is a global leader in the manufacture distribution and service of highly engineered and customized systems within the $27 billion plastic technology and processing industry. We are the only global company with a full-line product portfolio that includes hot runner systems injection molding extrusion equipment. We maintain strong market positions across these products as well as leading positions in process control systems mold bases and components maintenance repair and operating (MRO) supplies for plastic processing equipment. Our strategy is to deliver highly customized equipment components and service to our customers throughout the lifecycle of their plastic processing technology systems.

EEO: The policy of Milacron is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individuals age race color sex religion national origin disability sexual orientation gender identity/expression or veteran status. We are committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offer opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment email us at . In your email please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.