Job Title:
Senior Specialist Continuous ImprovementJob Description:
The Role:
Entegrisis seekinga dedicated experienced and self-drivenSenior Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer. The Sr. CI Engineer will report to KSP-N site director and will play a critical role in driving continuous improvement effort (e.g. yield scrap rework labor utilization and throughput) across 2 sites (KSP-North and eventually KSP-South) producing Pads Slurries deposition materials liquid filters and drum along with associated supply chain. Leveraging deep expertise in process mapping Six Sigma Lean 5S operations management routines and high-impact transformations this individual will ensure that through structured problem solving solutions are developed tested implemented and sustained while keeping customer expectations at the center. As a key contributor to the Continuous Improvement team this Engineer will help assess processes and KPIs across the sites and ensure CI strategy/road maps are defined executed sustained and continuously updated with pipelines of CI projects for 3years. In the beginning this role will lead CI efforts in both KSP-N and KSP-S and in 2027 willpotentiallyown KSP-N primarily and manage KSP-S through a dedicated KSP-S CI engineer. This role will also coordinate with the larger CI community to share best practices and learnings to drive the Entegris Way mindset.
In this role you will:
Own productivity portfolio:Ideate Brainstorm Validate Consolidate facilitate develop and update the productivity pipeline of CI projects for the sites (KSP-N & KSP S) 3years to deliver 120% of productivity targets assigned by MS division.
Lead Continuous Improvement Initiatives:Develop and implement CI strategies to streamline processes and eliminate waste to drive Yield and process optimizations. Utilize methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma and Kaizen to drive process improvements.
Assess and Optimize Processes:Conduct thorough assessments of current processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement. Implement Lean principles to optimize these processes prior to digital transformation.
Collaborate Across Functions:Work closely with cross-functional teams including IT operations and business units to ensure that Lean improvements are integrated seamlessly with digital technologies.
Drive Cultural Change:Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. Provide training and support to employees to adopt Lean methodologies and new digital tools and processes.
Monitor and Measure Impact:Establish metrics and KPIs to track the effectiveness of Lean and continuous improvement initiatives. Analyze data to identify trends and areas for further enhancement.
Facilitate Workshops and Training:Conduct workshops and training sessions to educate employees on Lean methodologies and digital tools.
Facilitate Continuous Improvement Programs:Participate in and/or lead programs around Skill gap resolution Production Elements Productivity AOP 5S Operations management routines (i.e. Tiered Daily Management (TDM)) etc.
Traits we believe make a strong candidate:
Minimum of 8-10 years experience in a manufacturing environment driving Lean and Six Sigma programs across a large-scale and diverse manufacturing footprint
3 years of people management experience in multi-unit environments
Experience in driving a lean before digitize mindset across the supply chain with a global team
Formal Six Sigma training and associated Lean Blackbelt and SPC credentials
Willing to travel but less than 10%
Undergraduate degree in applicable field engineering computer science business - information technology
Your success will be measured by:
Proven track record of developing implementing and sustaining a CI culture across a global enterprise
Direct supplier Customer and factory experience in managing CI portfolios with measurable efficiency gains
Hands-on leadership style and a sense of urgency to assist stakeholders
Leading Managing Coaching and Mentoring employees
Required Experience:
Senior IC
As a global leader in advanced materials science, we have the expertise and determination to help solve your most advanced technology challenges.