Key Responsibilities
1. Continuous Improvement Team Leadership
Lead, coach, and develop the CI team in Lean, Six Sigma structured problem-solving, project management, facilitation, and change management, building ownership and leadership capability.
Align priorities and resources with site objectives; set clear expectations for execution, stakeholder engagement, documentation, and sustainment while fostering accountability, collaboration, and measurable results.
2. Site CI Strategy & Program Leadership
Partner with site and functional leaders to translate manufacturing challenges and site objectives into a prioritized CI portfolio.
Lead complex, cross-functional programs and establish portfolio governance, including ownership, milestones, success measures, escalation, and leadership reporting on progress, risks, and support needs.
3. CI Capability Building & Belt Programs
Coordinate Yellow Belt and Green Belt programs, aligning course planning, participants, instructors, and subject-matter experts with site development needs.
Coach and mentor employees in applying consistent Lean and Six Sigma problem-solving methods to business challenges, building capability to independently lead improvements.
4. Manufacturing Performance & Operational Excellence
Lead data-driven improvements in manufacturing throughput, capacity, reliability, process flow, efficiency, quality, and equipment utilization.
Apply structured problem-solving to identify root causes and prioritize opportunities; track performance and benefits and replicate successful improvements across manufacturing areas.
5. CI Culture & Engagement
Champion employee participation in CI and embed data-driven problem-solving, root-cause analysis, experimentation, standardization, and learning into everyday operations.
Recognize and communicate CI successes and business impact to strengthen engagement and expand improvement ownership beyond the dedicated CI team.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctorate
Or
Master’s degree and 3 years in Manufacturing, Facilities/ Engineering or Quality experience in pharmaceutical, medical device or biotechnology companies
Or
Bachelor’s degree and 5 years in Manufacturing, Facilities/ Engineering or Quality experience in pharmaceutical, medical device or biotechnology companies
Or
Associate’s degree and 10 years in Manufacturing, Facilities/ Engineering or Quality experience in pharmaceutical, medical device or biotechnology companies
Or
High school diploma / GED and 12 years in Manufacturing, Packaging or Quality experience in pharmaceutical, medical device or biotechnology companies
In addition to meeting at least one of the above requirements, you must have experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, prograns, or directing the allocation or resources. Your managerial experience may run concurrently with the required technical experience referenced above
Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on experience in either front-line manufacturing, facilities, equipment engineering, or manufacturing support within a GMP-regulated environment.
Demonstrated CI and AI (CI 2.0) mindset, with examples of identifying opportunities, questioning existing practices, and implementing practical, sustainable solutions to improve processes/ systems.
Experience applying Lean, Six-Sigma structured problem-solving, or root-cause analysis to improve manufacturing performance, quality, reliability, or process efficiency.
Ability to analyze operational data, identify improvement opportunities, and clearly communicate findings and recommendations.
Strong collaboration and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage frontline colleagues and partner effectively with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and other functions.
Experience coaching colleagues, facilitating improvement activities, or leading project teams; prior direct people-management experience is a plus.
Lean or Six Sigma training or certification, preferably Green Belt, is a plus; practical application and demonstrated results are valued.
What you can expect of us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:
A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible
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