The Operational Excellence Manager will be responsible for providing leadership in the company’s operational excellence journey through application and education of lean principles and methodologies to support and drive process improvements to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
Responsibilities Subject matter expert in various lean tools used to drive continual improvements throughout the companyEffectively deployment of Lean/Six Sigma methods into the organizationResponsible for educating and developing the workforce on lean manufacturing concepts and methodologiesOrganize, facilitate and measure results on key improvement efforts or projectLead, train, and participate in OE projects that support manufacturing initiatives Track, report, and evaluate progress against key operational metrics and project goals Support and help develop a lean culture Develop and train employees and teams to improve their knowledge, skills, and abilities of operational excellence tools and cultureAssist in the development of annual improvement plan with operating company leadership teamMonitor and drives the utilization of employee safety and OE programsPartner with the other business segments: sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and financeLead Project Management and Process Engineering to ensure projects are properly definedSupport and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirementsRead, understand, and follow work instructions and standard workUnderstand customer needs and the core business markets we serve Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Operations 3 years of experience in a leadership role in a manufacturing environment5 years of experience leading operational excellence projects and initiativesSubject matter expert in Lean methods and implementationLean training and educationAbility to educate and train on lean techniquesGood communication, facilitation and presentation skillsCollaborative, objective, results-orientatedStrong analytical abilities Ability to follow through on commitments and holds team members accountable Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Clear and effective verbal and written communication skillsWhat is it like to work at Cretex Medical?
We recognize the contribution of every individual and promote growth, safety and security for all our employees. Cretex Medical values performance and pays competitive wages along with a rich benefit package. We offer a positive work environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
Here are some of things that employees have said about working for Cretex Medical:
“The culture at Cretex is collaborative. Everyone here is willing to help you whether it is a director, a machinist, or your boss. Everyone is always willing to help you figure out a project and get it done right.”“I would tell potential interns that Cretex is a great company to work for. It has set a high bar for corporate culture as well as the quality of work you can do. I would definitely recommend it.”“I learned that I really like the medical device industry. The importance and the gravity of what we do here is felt by the employees. You can have that passion in your work because you know what you are striving for is to save lives.”We encourage you to explore the many opportunities Cretex Medical can offer you as a valued team member.
Pay Range USD $97,900.00 - USD $122,400.00 /Yr. Company BenefitsThis position is eligible for our management bonus program.
All Employees:
Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees.
20+hours:
Cretex’s medical benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week.
30+ hours:
Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week.
(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)
Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.
Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
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