Medtronic
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on – 28 Jan 2026
Overview At Medtronic you can begin a life‑long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
A Day in the Life Medtronic has declared its bold ambition to become the global healthcare technology leader. By doing so, we seek to reach more patients in more meaningful ways, more quickly.
As a Director, Operational Excellence, Focused Improvement Leader, you will be a core member of the Global Operational Excellence team, where you will lead and drive execution of Operational Excellence and Focused Improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies supporting Manufacturing and Distribution Operations. You will consult on process re‑engineering, digital enablement, and continuous improvement best practices to enhance operational performance and product quality.
You will be at the forefront of Medtronic’s Mission to Alleviate Pain, Restore Health, and Extend Life by developing the skills and competencies of our teams to deliver life‑saving products.
Responsibilities
Drive Operational Excellence Initiatives
– Lead and execute Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement projects, focusing on identifying waste, bottlenecks, and performance gaps in value streams and processes.
Facilitate and Coach Teams
– Guide cross‑functional teams in improvement efforts, aligning with business priorities and ensuring disciplined execution of improvement roadmaps, while embedding sustainable changes through standard work and visual management.
Performance Measurement and Problem Solving
– Establish performance metrics, dashboards, and targets; lead root cause analysis using structured problem‑solving methodologies (A3, DMAIC, 5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.); and track improvements for measurable results.
Collaborate and Provide Expertise
– Partner with leaders to close performance gaps, prioritize initiatives, and provide consultation in process re‑engineering, digital enablement, and continuous improvement best practices.
Build OPEX Culture and Communicate Results
– Develop team capabilities, foster engagement and inclusion, and align objectives with enterprise priorities, while communicating progress, results, and lessons learned through data‑driven updates.
Must Have Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in Manufacturing, and/or operational excellence structures, or Master’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in Manufacturing, and/or operational excellence structures.
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Nice to Have Qualifications
Proficiency in leading root cause problem‑solving using structured methodologies such as A3, DMAIC, 5 Whys, or Fishbone diagrams, with a focus on sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
Demonstrated ability to establish performance baselines and targets, measure results against standards, and embed improvements through standard work and visual management techniques.
Proven track record of partnering with functional leaders to close performance gaps by prioritizing initiatives based on impact, feasibility, and strategic alignment.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to present progress, results, and lessons learned to stakeholders and leadership through clear, data‑driven updates. Experience delivering training, workshops, and coaching on Lean principles, problem‑solving, data analysis, and continuous improvement tools.
Ability to perform cost‑benefit and ROI analyses to support investment decisions and ensure value realization from improvement initiatives.
Demonstrated commitment to driving engagement, inclusion, and talent development while aligning team objectives with site and enterprise OPEX priorities.
Ability to travel 50–75%
Working Conditions Travel typically 50% to 75% but varies based on initiatives.
Physical Job Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co‑workers.
Benefits & Compensation Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
Salary ranges for U.S. (excl. PR) locations (USD): $172,000.00 – $258,000.00
This position is eligible for a short‑term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). This position is eligible for an annual long‑term incentive plan.
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week:
, Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long‑term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well‑being program)
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short‑term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non‑qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Legal Notice If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. (“Medtronic”) in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here
a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Medtronic reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment .
Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Overview At Medtronic you can begin a life‑long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
A Day in the Life Medtronic has declared its bold ambition to become the global healthcare technology leader. By doing so, we seek to reach more patients in more meaningful ways, more quickly.
As a Director, Operational Excellence, Focused Improvement Leader, you will be a core member of the Global Operational Excellence team, where you will lead and drive execution of Operational Excellence and Focused Improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies supporting Manufacturing and Distribution Operations. You will consult on process re‑engineering, digital enablement, and continuous improvement best practices to enhance operational performance and product quality.
You will be at the forefront of Medtronic’s Mission to Alleviate Pain, Restore Health, and Extend Life by developing the skills and competencies of our teams to deliver life‑saving products.
Responsibilities
Drive Operational Excellence Initiatives
– Lead and execute Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement projects, focusing on identifying waste, bottlenecks, and performance gaps in value streams and processes.
Facilitate and Coach Teams
– Guide cross‑functional teams in improvement efforts, aligning with business priorities and ensuring disciplined execution of improvement roadmaps, while embedding sustainable changes through standard work and visual management.
Performance Measurement and Problem Solving
– Establish performance metrics, dashboards, and targets; lead root cause analysis using structured problem‑solving methodologies (A3, DMAIC, 5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.); and track improvements for measurable results.
Collaborate and Provide Expertise
– Partner with leaders to close performance gaps, prioritize initiatives, and provide consultation in process re‑engineering, digital enablement, and continuous improvement best practices.
Build OPEX Culture and Communicate Results
– Develop team capabilities, foster engagement and inclusion, and align objectives with enterprise priorities, while communicating progress, results, and lessons learned through data‑driven updates.
Must Have Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in Manufacturing, and/or operational excellence structures, or Master’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in Manufacturing, and/or operational excellence structures.
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Nice to Have Qualifications
Proficiency in leading root cause problem‑solving using structured methodologies such as A3, DMAIC, 5 Whys, or Fishbone diagrams, with a focus on sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
Demonstrated ability to establish performance baselines and targets, measure results against standards, and embed improvements through standard work and visual management techniques.
Proven track record of partnering with functional leaders to close performance gaps by prioritizing initiatives based on impact, feasibility, and strategic alignment.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to present progress, results, and lessons learned to stakeholders and leadership through clear, data‑driven updates. Experience delivering training, workshops, and coaching on Lean principles, problem‑solving, data analysis, and continuous improvement tools.
Ability to perform cost‑benefit and ROI analyses to support investment decisions and ensure value realization from improvement initiatives.
Demonstrated commitment to driving engagement, inclusion, and talent development while aligning team objectives with site and enterprise OPEX priorities.
Ability to travel 50–75%
Working Conditions Travel typically 50% to 75% but varies based on initiatives.
Physical Job Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co‑workers.
Benefits & Compensation Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
Salary ranges for U.S. (excl. PR) locations (USD): $172,000.00 – $258,000.00
This position is eligible for a short‑term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). This position is eligible for an annual long‑term incentive plan.
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week:
, Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long‑term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well‑being program)
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short‑term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non‑qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Legal Notice If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. (“Medtronic”) in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here
a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Medtronic reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment .
Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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