Operational Excellence Specialist

Operational Excellence Specialist

You will play a pivotal role in collecting data and completing analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights that drive strategic decision-making aligned with the company's goals. The operational excellence specialist will focus on using the data to create and lead projects that lead to transformational change across various departments. The role requires a strong emphasis on analyzing production costs to identify areas for cost reduction and driving continuous improvements. The operational excellence specialist will support the team in making data-driven decisions that optimize production processes, enhance overall performance, and improve key performance indicators (KPIs). Sharing data-driven insights, lean principles, and best practices with team members to continue to foster our culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Our New Richmond team is focused on building the future of manufacturing through continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence. We partner across all functions to simplify processes, leverage technology, and remove barriers that prevent our teams from doing their best work. We value proactive thinking, disciplined execution, collaboration, and continuous learning. We believe the best improvements come from engaged employees who challenge the status quo, embrace new ideas, and are committed to creating a safer, higher-quality, and more efficient workplace every day.

Analyze production costs to identify areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvement. Implement cost-saving initiatives and track their effectiveness.

Support manufacturing project leaders with calculations and analysis of KPI improvements & project savings forecasts.

Work with operations and finance business partners to define project strategies and develop business cases for strategic project initiatives.

Enhance team capabilities by training and developing employees in Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.

Compile data and generate reports to support decision-making and operational improvements including Continuous Improvement Project (CIP) presentations.

Support continuous improvement project leaders with problem-solving, financial analysis, and savings forecasts, as well as enhance and maintain the Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).

Assist in the development and ownership of annual operating plans, particularly focusing on KPI improvement and cost reduction.

Proven experience in data analysis, preferably within a manufacturing environment.

Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and statistical software.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in continuous improvement initiatives.

Experience teaching and implementing Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.

Proven history of leading enhancements, training, and upkeep of a Manufacturing Execution System (MES).

Green Belt Certification in Lean/Six Sigma methodologies with strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on cost reduction and efficiency.