Senior PPI Leader - Charlotte Site

Senior PPI Business System Specialist at Thermo Fisher Scientific in Charlotte, NC. Lead continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations by implementing lean management systems, facilitating process optimization, and developing team capabilities through mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Implement lean management systems and facilitate kaizen events across the organization
• Guide teams in applying PPI tools and develop their continuous improvement capabilities
• Lead complex cross-functional initiatives to optimize processes and reduce inefficiencies
• Support organizational change and mentor teams in structured problem-solving methodologies
• Travel up to 25% to support multiple sites as needed

Requirements

• Advanced degree plus 6 years continuous improvement experience, or bachelor's degree plus 8 years in manufacturing/pharmaceutical/regulated environments
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred
• Expertise in lean tools: value stream mapping, 5S, standard work, visual management, kaizen
• PMP or equivalent project management certification desirable
• Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project
• Strong financial acumen to evaluate and validate project savings
• GMP/regulated environment experience preferred