Our business purpose is to restore health and improve quality of life by designing and providing device and management solutions for treating structural heart disease
What You’ll Work On
Coordinates and leads the implementation and effectiveness of continuous improvement tools and systems in support of site goals and objectives.
Facilitates and coaches cross functional improvement events to deliver positive and measurable results for the business.
Supports the continuous improvement strategy in collaboration with the Continuous Improvement Department. Coordinates with operational leadership to ensure alignment and optimal use of resources related to continuous improvement.
Works with site leaders to develop long term facility plans and capacity models.
Develops and trains continuous improvement methods such as value stream mapping, 5S, line balancing, standard work, and material flow to internal resources within the organization.
Collaborate with management to hire and retain a diverse, highly qualified staff.
Provides input for identification of department goals which align to strategic objectives, and manages the execution of goals through coaching and mentoring.
Maintains a safe and professional work environment.
Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in Industrial Engineering or related discipline
5+ years experience
3-4 years experience with post graduate degree
Preferred
Experience leading Continous improvement events
Experience with problem solving such as A3/DMAIC
Med Device or regulated industry
Project management experience
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- The base pay for this position is
- $78,000.00 – $156,000.00
- In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY
Engineering
DIVISION
SH Structural Heart
LOCATION
United States > Minnesota> St. Paul > Woodridge : 177 East County Rd B
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS
WORK SHIFT
Standard
TRAVEL
Yes, 10 % of the Time
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE
No
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)
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