Business Excellence Manager Medical DevicesContinuous Improvement
Job Location:
Job Location:
Manchester, CT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Posted on:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Job Posting Start DateJob Posting End DateFlex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful inclusive and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but dont meet every bullet point we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.
Job Summary
Summary:
The Business Excellence Manager will be based in Manchester CT reporting to the Director of Program Management.
Provides direct contribution to teams according to established policies and goals. Demonstrates skills in guiding and/or facilitating.
Responsibilities:
- Works as change agent and drives Lean and Six Sigma activities as defined in the GBE A3.
- Applies and deploys Flex Lean Enterprise Values across the entire organization.
- Leads efforts in eliminating waste and creating value by reducing variation in the processes to achieve sustainable results throughout the organization and segment.
- Utilizes Continuous Improvement (Kaizen) techniques initiates process improvements cycle time reductions cost reductions and other activities aimed at reducing/eliminating non-value-added activities in the process.
- Drives Yokoten best practices based on the accord timelines.
- Creates and validates processes/standards based on standard work and BPs.
- Conducts Industrial Engineering Lean and Six Sigma training and accelerates the proliferation of Lean Continuous Improvement culture throughout the organization by co-guiding and co-facilitating Lean deployment.
- Performs assessments of CIMT Operation/Supply chain/Office and drives initiatives to close gaps.
- Diligently participates in the selection and executions of Lean and Six Sigma projects.
- For assigned special project/segment/customer priorities to formulate and propose strategy of Lean.
- Transformation. Coach and facilitate Lean Transformation activities through Kaizen workshops and Small Group Activities.
- Incentivize participation and training of Flex employees suppliers and customers.
- Travel requirement: NONE
Qualifications/Job Requirements:
- BS Engineering Industrial Engineering preferred.
5 years minimum regulated manufacturing industry work experience (ideally medical devices or similar) in the following:
- Continuous Improvement projects
- Kaizen events
- Proven success record in guiding and directing projects based on business initiatives and customer needs.
- Management skills and technical experience with Finance HR Materials and Operations activities.
- Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and adaptability in various situations and business settings.
- Comprehends strategic impact of the function across sites.
- Excellent communication (verbal and written) interpersonal organizational and presentational skills required.
What youll receive for the great work you provide:
- Full range of medical dental and vision plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Matching 401(k) Contributions
- Vacation and Paid Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
Job Category
Operational ExcellenceIs Sponsorship Available
NoRequired Skills:Kaizen Events Leadership Lean Management Lean Manufacturing Lean SystemsFlex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit qualifications and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age race religion color sex national origin marital status sexual orientation gender identity veteran status disability pregnancy status or any other status protected by law. Were happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email and well discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex you must complete the application process first).Required Experience:
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