A Day In The Life Of A OPEX Specialist
The Opex Specialist position is responsible for maintaining adherence to the Lean Management System (LMS) standards for continuous improvement (CI). Primary responsibilities include identification, prioritization, management and execution of CI opportunities to improve the overall operational effectiveness of the Pillar, reduce sources of loss, and meet improvement targets. Analyze data to drive root cause analyses and to prioritize improvements.
Support the creation of Tier 1 and Tier 2 CI goals in alignment with Site priorities and Site Goals. The CI Specialist may lead or coach Pillar members on structured problem-solving techniques of moderate complexity.
This role is a key enabler to the successful sustainability of LMS within the site.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for sustaining one or more work area (Tier 1) CI Loop
Lead Operational Excellence initiatives (i.e., 5S, M1 investigations, etc.), and promote a culture of continuous improvement with their team
Explore and assist in the deployment of cost-reduction ideas, particularly focused on improving line efficiency and increasing asset capacity through various initiatives
Input and analyze data from LMS pillars and other work centers to identify largest sources of loss and areas for improvement, including collaboration with CI Specialists across ecosystems
Collaborate with other team members on identifying and implement CI opportunities. Utilize data to influence project prioritization
Assist in the investigation of deviations on the manufacturing floor. Perform root cause analysis and help to identify effective CAPAs
With support from the Pillar Lead: facilitate the CI Loop meetings, including project prioritization and escalation. Attend Tier meetings and facilitate real-time structured problem solving
Receive and provide Gemba on the CI Loop pillar
Work with Pillar Lead and LMS colleagues to build, maintain and improve LMS within the work area
Partner with shop floor colleagues, leadership and enablers to ensure continuous improvement initiatives are identified and completed in a timely manner
Who We Are Looking For
Do you have?
High School Diploma (or Equivalent) and 6 years of relevant experience or an associates degree with 4 years of experience
Lean Tool experience or Lean / Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
Experience with MS Excel and be able to input data and generate charts for analysis
Foundational financial skills and business acumen
Experienced in using root cause analysis methods
Relevant industry experience would be desirable
Knowledge of cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) and manufacturing procedures and standards would also be preferred but not essential
Are you?
Able to work within a team environment.
A confident communicator both orally and in writing
Bringing experience in previously managing projects and presentation to key stakeholders
If so – we would value hearing from you!
