Job Summary
In this role, you will lead strategic Lean improvement initiatives. You will work closely with the Leadership Team and the Process Excellence Team to support the overall vision and drive improvements to ensure that processes meet current and future requirements in terms of cost, quality, delivery, growth, and flexibility, while achieving site and corporate objectives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Provide leadership and training on Lean philosophies and tools
2. Organize and facilitate Kaizen workshops / RIEs (Rapid Improvement Events)
3. Guide cross-functional teams in implementing Lean/Six Sigma methodologies for continuous improvement
4. Ensure application of the Lean Daily Management System©
5. Develop and maintain meaningful Lean metrics, status reports, and documentation of identified and implemented projects
6. Monitor and report monthly on all savings and Lean activities
7. Facilitate the development, implementation, and adjustment of a site-specific Lean strategy plan
8. Lead and take responsibility for the site-specific DMAIC program
9. Share best practices across sites
Education
10. Successfully completed Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a field related to Business Administration, Operations, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering
Work Experience
11. Initial experience in a manufacturing environment
12. Hands-on and successful Lean Six Sigma implementation experience in a manufacturing environment
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
13. Fluent in German and English
14. High level of self-motivation and strong interpersonal skills
15. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
16. Strong problem-solving, coaching, and training capabilities
17. Proven project management, organizational, and Lean Six Sigma expertise, particularly in applying methodologies such as: FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) DMAIC (Define–Measure–Analyze–Improve–Control) COPQ (Cost of Poor Quality) DFSS (Design for Six Sigma)
License and Certifications
18. Lean Six Sigma certification, preferably Black Belt
West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We foster an environment where all individuals are safe, treated fairly, valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of post-offer background screening. #LI-KS1 #LI-Onsite