Plans, performs and implements process improvement initiatives (such as Lean or Six Sigma). Diagrams and evaluates existing processes. Organizes, leads and facilitates cross–functional project teams. Develops metrics that provide data for process measurement, identifying indicators for future improvement opportunities. Collects data to identify root cause of problems. Measures performance against process requirements. Aligns improvement to performance shortfalls. Provides consultation on the use of re–engineering techniques to improve process performance and product quality. May deliver presentations and training courses including measurement, analysis, improvement and control. Surveys and analyzes best practices for techniques and processes. Communicates team progress. Performs cost and benefit analyses.
Functional/Business Knowledge Developing professional expertise, applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.General application of concepts and principles.Demonstrates project management skills and successful track record of completion.Contributes to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standards.Scope Receives general oversight and guidance on approaches to compete project related tasks.Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors.Develops solutions to a variety of problems.Builds productive internal/external working relationships.Judgement Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments.Essential Duties & Responsibilities Conducts complex document revisions and/or document management including batch production records, manufacturing procedures, and cross functional procedures. Creates and presents trending and metrics reports i.e. Inventory Counts, Good Documentation Reports, Work Order Reports, Time Studies, WIP Labor Tracker, etc. Works with manufacturing managers and supervisors to develop and maintain training materials and curricula on process operations, theory, and compliance. Support MRP (Oracle) and MES (Camstar) related projects. Uses expert knowledge of compliance and cGMP manufacturing processes to manage investigation and improvement initiatives within manufacturing operations Manages cross functional teams to drive complex investigation close outs, determine root cause and implement appropriate Corrective and Preventative Action; completion of NCMRs, NCEs, CAPAs, Internal Audit, etc. Utilizes manufacturing process knowledge and investigation skill sets to identify and resolve manufacturing issues, improve process operations and affect positive change. This position assumes and performs other duties as assigned. Experience and Education Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2-5 years of related experience. Process Improvement experience Lean/Six Sigma knowledge and/or experience Workplace Type The Workplace Type for this role is Flex. Based on the nature of your position you will be working onsite approximately 2-3 days per week from collaborative space and hoteling desks at our Dexcom sites. You will need to be located within commuting distance (typically 75 miles/120km) of your assigned Dexcom site.