Operational Excellence Manager

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. The Operational Excellence Manager will drive significant improvements to all areas of our value stream, from receipt of order through planning, supply chain (internal & external), manufacturing, and distribution. This position will collaboratively lead continuous improvement efforts with existing functions, leading analysis and implementing changes that impact issues affecting the BU’s ability to supply high-quality products to our customers. Upon establishing a solid foundation, a more structured continuous improvement strategy will be implemented through facilitation and coordination of initiatives for the BU, aligning the Continuous improvement philosophy into day-to-day operational excellence. Utilizing projects and kaizen events, as part of the agreed Continuous Improvement (CI) Roadmap, this role will be critical in driving changes and getting results that align with company goals and strategy. DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES include, but not limited to: Support the Senior Leadership Team in driving and developing a lean manufacturing culture by using Kaizan tools, including SMED, Standard Work and Value Stream Mapping Work with the leadership team to identify a clear CI Roadmap linked to our strategic development plans and facilitate kaizen events to ensure improvements are followed through, presented, and reported Proactively lead and contribute to cost reduction and improvement initiatives Actively support the culture change towards continuous improvement by training, developing, implementing and maintaining improvement processes using operational excellence tools Promote and lead the continuous improvement lean and problem-solving philosophy, by driving improvements to our processes throughout the organization Support the development of new products and manufacturing processes Lead and facilitate kaizen events, delivering breakthrough and sustainable results Mentor teams during early stages of lean implementation to ensure forward momentum is maintained Emphasize and set up use of visual management on the shop floor to drive everyday problem solving and to ensure attainment of financial commitments Develop and deliver training material, coaching, and mentoring related to Lean & Six Sigma principles, and data-driven decision-making While working within a specific Business Unit, also participate as a member of the Global Continuous Improvement team QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working in a lean manufacturing environment (3-5 years) Technical and operational continuous improvement leadership (5 years) Lead / Facilitated multiple kaizen events, delivering breakthrough and sustainable results Experience in technical presentations, training and customer relations Six Sigma Black Belt preferred In depth knowledge of Lean including: Value Stream Mapping, PDCA, Quick Changeover (SMED), Kanban, Cell Design for Flow, 5S & Visual Management, · Poke Yoke, Standard Work, Transactional Process Improvement, Production Preparation Process (3P), Total Productive Maintenance Adept at coaching and mentoring Openness and ability to share and use best practices across business unit boundaries Negotiation and conflict resolution during project and kaizen execution are required Demonstrated experience in leading teams Proven ability to lead others in use of Six Sigma problem-solving methodology and rigor Requires demonstrated success in process improvement for reduction in waste, reduction in cost and / or improvement in process control Be an accomplished self-starter, independent with good multitasking capability Have strong data generation, validation, and management skills, with a desire to solve problems Strong leadership skills in a matrixed environment Strong program and project management skills Strong change management skills Skilled with computer programs, statistical analysis and data analysis and reporting Requires high energy and a willingness to make process improvements based on data and investigation Ability to analyze but not get lost in the detail of the data Willing to get their hands dirty in terms of preparing spreadsheets, developing standard work, and working alongside the subject matter experts to drive breakthrough and sustainable improvement Must have strong verbal and written communication skills #LI-JS1 If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Canada: Title for the position will be in accordance with applicable national and local laws. 3,000 Industry all-stars. Entrepreneurial thinkers. Thoughtful collaborators. Bold problem-solvers. Passionate change-makers. Creation fosters a community of commitment, comradery, integrity, and inclusion. At our core, we know it’s our people who make us a leading Global Electronic Manufacturing Services provider. That’s why Creation genuinely invests in our people, instilling family like values and a diverse, dynamic, and rewarding work environment where people learn, work, and grow together. Creation truly cares, inspiring employees to grow, develop and advance their careers. At Creation, we pride ourselves in our people, our culture, and our corporate purpose, it’s rooted in everything that we do.