Senior Operational Excellence Specialist

Senior Operational Excellence SpecialistLegacy Talent Search is currently seeking candidates for a Senior Operational Excellence Specialist role. Our client is a well-established manufacturing industry leader known for innovation, operational excellence, and delivering high-quality products in a fast-paced production environment. With a strong commitment to continuous improvement, they are seeking a results-driven professional who can directly impact plant performance, productivity, and operational efficiency.Key Responsibilities:· Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, throughput, quality, scrap reduction, and operational efficiency.· Partner directly with production, maintenance, engineering, and leadership teams to identify process improvement opportunities across manufacturing operations.· Utilize Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, RCA, 5S, and Value Stream Mapping methodologies to improve plant performance.· Analyze operational data and KPIs including OEE, cycle time, throughput, and productivity metrics to identify trends and improvement opportunities.· Facilitate shop-floor improvement projects and coach frontline teams on continuous improvement practices and problem-solving techniques.· Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and presentations to communicate operational performance and project progress.· Support implementation and sustainability of standardized work, visual management systems, and operational best practices.· Collaborate cross-functionally to improve manufacturing processes, reduce waste, and enhance operational consistency.· Drive accountability and continuous improvement culture throughout plant operations.· Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action initiatives related to operational inefficiencies or quality concerns.Qualifications:· Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or related field required.· 4–8 years of experience in manufacturing, operational excellence, continuous improvement, or related roles.· Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required; Black Belt preferred.· Strong background in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, RCA, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies.· Proven experience improving manufacturing KPIs such as OEE, throughput, cycle time, productivity, and scrap reduction.· Experience working directly within active manufacturing or production environments with regular shop-floor involvement.· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Excel; Power BI or similar tools preferred.· Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.· Self-motivated individual with the ability to influence teams and drive sustainable operational improvements.· Experience within high-volume manufacturing environments preferred.What We Offer:· Competitive compensation package. $80,000-$100,000 DOE.· Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and paid time off.· Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.· Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a growing organization.· A collaborative and improvement-focused work environment.· The opportunity to make a direct impact on operational performance and manufacturing excellence.