Head of Operational Excellence

Duties/Responsibilities

• Responsible for the development and oversight of a Lean Manufacturing System in all production sites, use six sigma for improving plant improvements.
• Develop plant layouts for better throughput, OEE increase.
• Identify, define, and implement synergies in manufacturing processes, automation, technology, and logistics across multiple sites.
• Oversee cross-leveling and capacity balancing and address bottleneck issues throughout manufacturing processes.
• Manage multi-site projects and product allocations.
• Analyze and resolve production issues and assist managers in solving problems.
• Develop operational plans and strategies that align with company goals and objectives.
• Prepare and present reports on performance to executive management.
• Ensure that business is conducted in accordance with the Sandvik Code of Conduct.
• Continually improves safety record by addressing both physical safety issues & employee safety attitudes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of process engineering experience in a manufacturing environment; cutting tool manufacturing preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of all manufacturing methods, technologies, automation, and equipment.
• Strong knowledge of process management and improvement in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to work in an ambiguous environment; to help identify, simplify, and create structure.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
• Multi-site project management and reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and adapt to changing situations.
• Strong Lean knowledge and six sigma black belt.

Benefits

• MBA in finance would be a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing or sitting with some lifting, bending, and twisting.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to stoop, bend or kneel when required.
• Ability to travel up to 50- 75 % (after introduction period).