Op Ex Leader, Culture and Capability
Job Summary:
As a Leader Operational Excellence – Culture and Capability, your primary responsibility will be to champion and drive the development of leadership capability and the transformation into a lean culture. You will work closely with the regional/business unit leadership teams and various departments to implement lean methodologies, establish operational excellence frameworks/tools, that promote a continuous improvement mindset. This role demands strong leadership skills, a strategic mindset, and the ability to influence and guide cross-functional teams towards achieving operational objectives.
This is a hybrid position (three days in the office and two remote days).
Thrive at work and at home:
· Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
· Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
· 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
· Paid time off, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.
· Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
· Learn more about our benefits here!
Responsibilities:
- Leadership Capability Development:
- Design, develop, and implement leadership development programs to build a strong cadre of lean leaders at all levels, ensuring leaders have the skills and knowledge to drive operational excellence.
- Work closely with senior leadership to identify leadership skill gaps and provide targeted training and coaching.
- Provide coaching, mentoring, and training to leaders to support their development and growth.
- Foster a culture of accountability, empowerment, and continuous learning within the leadership team.
Cultural Transformation:
- Lead efforts to shape a culture of organizational and operational excellence throughout the organization.
- Define and communicate the desired values, behaviors, and expectations to all employees.
- Ensure alignment between the organizational culture and operational excellence principles.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Develop and implement strategies and initiatives to drive continuous improvement across all areas of the organization.
- Identify improvement opportunities and prioritize projects that align with the company's strategic goals.
- Support and guide cross-functional teams in identifying and implementing process improvements.
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, operations management, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
- 15+ Years of proven experience and track record in driving operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Prior experience building capabilities focused on all levels of leadership
- Prior plant leadership experience preferred
- Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and develop others.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to influence and engage at all levels of the organization.
Key Metrics and Performance Management:
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to the responsibilities outlined above.
- Analyze data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for improvement.
- Develop and implement performance management processes and tools to track progress, communicate results, and drive accountability.
- Change Management:
- Lead and support change initiatives to ensure successful implementation.
- Develop change management strategies and plans to minimize resistance and maximize adoption.
- Provide guidance and support to leaders and employees throughout the change process.
- Lead team of OpEx professionals responsible for development and execution of strategies.
- Identify and implement alternative learning resources/strategies focused on accelerated capability development (AI, virtual reality)
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.