Operational Excellence / Production Systems Lead

Responsibilities

• Work effectively with operations and support functions to translate process improvement findings into sustained improvements and standard work
• Understand and analyze top down factory SQCDP KGIs for Kaizen/Lean efforts targeting non-value-added activities
• Implement Lean practices (7-Step) to improve manufacturing SQCDP deliverables, impacting material flow, operator efficiency and machine capability
• Implement DMAIC practices and apply Kaizen principles to initiatives
• Drive and influence change across multiple departments by implementing factory standards
• Show strong 5S skillset
• Identify new sources of data and methods for data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Quantify the value of continuous improvement opportunities
• Effectively communicate with all levels of the organization

Qualifications

• Lean Manufacturing knowledge required and ability to implement lean manufacturing tools and methodologies
• Strong technical background, including high volume manufacturing environment
• Strong skills in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel (Macro)) required
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to learn and understand complex equipment capabilities, operation/material flow, and data flow

Benefits & Perks

• Health Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
• Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
• Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
• Paid Time-Off Benefits – Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.
• Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
• Health Management and Wellbeing Programs – Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources.