Operational Excellence Manager

Job Description

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team of more than 100,000 colleagues delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.

The state-of-the-art multi-purpose manufacturing facility is crafted for large-scale production of biologics and has high expansion potential. After completion of construction activities, our site in Lengnau will offer highly flexible biomanufacturing technologies, from development to large-scale production including stainless steel equipment to meet our customer needs.

We look for an

Operational Excellence Manager

Location: Lengnau (Bern) - Switzerland

In this function, you'll be a key player of the Operational Excellence (PPI) team in Lengnau, brand-new Drug Substance Manufacturing site for Biologic's. Reporting to the Head Of PPI, you will work closely with business leadership to establish and mature the Lean Six Sigma Management System and other mentor tools to facilitate the cultural transformation and achieve the Site Goals.

The PPI Business System empowers colleagues by connecting them with the tools and behaviors to drive efficiency throughout the business. It nurtures a safe environment in which everyone has the opportunity to voice their ideas and it provides the space to grow and develop together, as acommunity.

Your responsibilities:

• Responsible for developing and guiding PPI methodology, lean tools and concepts include PPI 8 step, value stream mapping, Strategy Deployment tool, 5S, Visual management etc.
• Lead Kaizen events on standard work, Biological process and product 3P, Value-Analysis/Value Engineering, error-proofing, material flow, Heijunka, and Kanban among others.
• Guide the other teams with expertise in problem-solving applying a formal program/process.
• Be a Project Manager and Coach of several Continuous Improvement and Lean Six Sigma Projects.

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, operations or business, with evidence of operational, leadership, or professional experience. Master’s degree preferred.
• Certified Black Belt preferred.
• A Lean Guide with significant experience (7+ years) and a ‘hands-on’ track record of implementing successful TPS- based business systems
• Experience in GMP Manufacturing (>5 years)
• Operational Management experience is helpful
• Proven track record of identifying and delivering year-over- year results using metric-driven problem solving.
• Passion for developing, training, and mentor teams.
• Proficiency in working with multicultural and cross-disciplinary project teams
• Excellent organization, planning, problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Excellent writing, communication and presentation in English, German knowledge preferable

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, tackle sophisticated scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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