Operations Change Lead, OpEx

Your Role

As a Manufacturing Advisor – Operational Excellence at Elanco, you will be part of the Site Leadership team to drive continuous improvement and execute site strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead site-wide continuous improvement strategy using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Drive Hoshin Kanri planning and align initiatives to business priorities and KPI gaps
• Lead and facilitate kaizen events and continuous improvement initiatives
• Develop and coach Green/Black Belt projects and build OpEx capabilities across the site
• Establish KPI tracking, cost savings initiatives, and continuous improvement frameworks

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations, or Business Management
• Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in Operational Excellence, transformation, or operational leadership roles
• Top 2 skills: Lean Six Sigma expertise + ability to influence and drive change across all levels

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Strong experience leading Lean transformations and facilitating kaizen events
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biologics, or life sciences manufacturing
• Experience implementing digital or data-driven improvement solutions
• Prominent ability to build a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence