Key Responsibilities
Deploy the OPX360 Operating System across the BU that translates enterprise strategy into focused initiatives with measurable top and bottom line impact
Provide vision and leadership for lean deployment across QSR sites, embedding common standards that shift culture and sustain results
Advance Novolex cultural transformation through knowledge transfer, collaboration, and shared recognition of wins across sites and geographies. Model servant leadership and humility on the shop floor, build an environment where people feel safe to speak up, and champion leader standard work.
Partner with operating unit and plant leaders to identify capability gaps and target opportunities for rapid process improvement (RPI)
Lead the determination of CI projects needed to align to the annual productivity improvement targets for the BU. Manage CI projects from inception through delivery against defined plans, budgets, and schedules, with timely status reporting to senior leadership and stakeholders
Develop leaders who can independently run Kaizen events. Facilitate cross-functional Kaizen events that move core operating metrics: Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Inventory
Create a culture of daily problem solving. Lead, coach, and mentor a team of CI and Operations professionals, both direct and indirect, to build bench strength across the business unit
Build and execute a training strategy that develops lean capability at every level, from the shop floor to senior leadership, and pair it with hands-on project work that eliminates waste in manufacturing, administrative, and support functions
Other duties, as assigned
Critical Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related discipline; Master’s degree or MBA strongly preferred
10+ years leading continuous improvement in a multi-site manufacturing environment; converting, packaging, or another high-speed process industry preferred
Lean certification (Green or Black Belt) and formal project management credentials
Management-level leadership of engineering, continuous improvement, and technical resources, including indirect and matrixed teams
Track record of championing change management to build cultural adoption across sites, cultures, and geographies
Deep working knowledge of manufacturing and distribution operations, with fluency in Kaizen, Six Sigma, and structured problem solving
Strong facilitation, influencing, and coaching skills, with credibility from the shop floor to the executive team
Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office
Ability to travel up to 75% to provide multi-site support for OPX360 deployment, leadership development, and Kaizen facilitation
A reasonable estimate of the current range is $170-220K+ bonus + benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. At Novolex, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
The benefits for this role include 401(k) plan with company match, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid vacation and sick days, paid parental leave, paid holidays and wellness program.
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What You'll Get From Us
Benefits
With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.
Community Engagement
At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.
Training and Development
We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.
Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact myHRservices@novolex.com.
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