Continuous Improvement SpecialistLead- Support Functions
BioSpace, Swiftwater, PA, United States
Continuous Improvement Specialist Lead- Support Functions
Location: Swiftwater, PA
About The Job The Continuous Improvement Specialist Lead- Support Functions serves as the Operational Excellence (OPEX) representative in a specific department (e.g., DS, Filing, Packaging, QC, etc). This role drives continuous improvement, supports performance initiatives, advances SMS maturity, and leads problem‑solving efforts using SMS tools.
About Sanofi We deliver 4.3 billion healthcare solutions every year, thanks to the flawless planning and meticulous eye for detail of our Manufacturing & Supply teams. With your talent and ambition, we can do even more to protect people from infectious diseases and bring hope to patients and their families.
Main Responsibilities
Act as the OPEX representative for specific department(s) or Process‑Centric Units (PCUs).
Support deployment and maturation of SMS 2.0 operating standards as defined in respective ecosystems.
Ensure milestone adherence for SMS areas roadmap.
Support the assigned area with performance measurement, analysis, reporting, and corrective/preventive action.
Support execution of performance initiatives, including the Continuous Improvement Project Portfolio defined for the area and deployment of operating standards as coded in the respective ecosystems.
Drive continuous improvement for assigned SMS 2.0 areas as the Level 2 CI Specialist.
Provide coaching and guidance to Level 1 CI specialists to ensure CI loops deliver the desired performance and align with the SMS 2.0 CI pillar standard.
Participate in identification and prioritization of performance improvement initiatives on the shop floor.
Lead problem‑solving sessions leveraging SMS tools such as Gemba Problem Solving (GPS3). Serve as a GPS3 onsite expert to lead critical investigations and provide GPS3 training in support of SMS Upskilling Lead.
Coach departments/PCUs during investigations to embed self‑sufficient GPS3 ways of working within the operational areas.
Serve as the OPEX method and training referent for the area and support the M&S network (e.g., maturity assessment execution, SMS trainer).
Contribute to the SMS training program by being a certified trainer and defining the upskilling plan for the specific area.
Coordinate preparation and execution of maturity assessments with the PCU, SMS Program Lead, and visiting assessors.
Use expert knowledge of SMS standards to manage performance for the supported area.
About You Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, business, or related field with at least 3 years of experience in continuous improvement, manufacturing operations, or related field.
Alternatively, no degree but at least 9 years of experience in continuous improvement, manufacturing operations, or related field with a demonstrated history of positive career progression.
Knowledge and application of continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, CI, Manufacturing Excellence, SMS).
Preferred Qualifications
10 + years of experience in manufacturing operations or operational excellence roles.
SMS Intermediate certification or equivalent lean and/or Six Sigma certification from a reputable organization (AME, ASQ, LEI, LSSI, etc). Extensive application of continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, CI, Manufacturing Excellence, SMS).
Why choose us?
Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future‑focused team.
Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether through promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
Enjoy a thoughtful, well‑crafted rewards package that recognizes your contributions and amplifies your impact.
Take good care of yourself and your family with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits, including high‑quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs, and at least 14 weeks gender‑neutral parental leave.
Shape the future of medicine and vaccine delivery with cutting‑edge technology, ensuring seamless launches and a resilient global supply.
Power industry‑leading performance by leveraging digital, data, and AI‑driven innovation at speed and scale.
Transform lives worldwide by delivering life‑changing treatments anywhere, anytime.
Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.
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About The Job The Continuous Improvement Specialist Lead- Support Functions serves as the Operational Excellence (OPEX) representative in a specific department (e.g., DS, Filing, Packaging, QC, etc). This role drives continuous improvement, supports performance initiatives, advances SMS maturity, and leads problem‑solving efforts using SMS tools.
About Sanofi We deliver 4.3 billion healthcare solutions every year, thanks to the flawless planning and meticulous eye for detail of our Manufacturing & Supply teams. With your talent and ambition, we can do even more to protect people from infectious diseases and bring hope to patients and their families.
Main Responsibilities
Act as the OPEX representative for specific department(s) or Process‑Centric Units (PCUs).
Support deployment and maturation of SMS 2.0 operating standards as defined in respective ecosystems.
Ensure milestone adherence for SMS areas roadmap.
Support the assigned area with performance measurement, analysis, reporting, and corrective/preventive action.
Support execution of performance initiatives, including the Continuous Improvement Project Portfolio defined for the area and deployment of operating standards as coded in the respective ecosystems.
Drive continuous improvement for assigned SMS 2.0 areas as the Level 2 CI Specialist.
Provide coaching and guidance to Level 1 CI specialists to ensure CI loops deliver the desired performance and align with the SMS 2.0 CI pillar standard.
Participate in identification and prioritization of performance improvement initiatives on the shop floor.
Lead problem‑solving sessions leveraging SMS tools such as Gemba Problem Solving (GPS3). Serve as a GPS3 onsite expert to lead critical investigations and provide GPS3 training in support of SMS Upskilling Lead.
Coach departments/PCUs during investigations to embed self‑sufficient GPS3 ways of working within the operational areas.
Serve as the OPEX method and training referent for the area and support the M&S network (e.g., maturity assessment execution, SMS trainer).
Contribute to the SMS training program by being a certified trainer and defining the upskilling plan for the specific area.
Coordinate preparation and execution of maturity assessments with the PCU, SMS Program Lead, and visiting assessors.
Use expert knowledge of SMS standards to manage performance for the supported area.
About You Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, business, or related field with at least 3 years of experience in continuous improvement, manufacturing operations, or related field.
Alternatively, no degree but at least 9 years of experience in continuous improvement, manufacturing operations, or related field with a demonstrated history of positive career progression.
Knowledge and application of continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, CI, Manufacturing Excellence, SMS).
Preferred Qualifications
10 + years of experience in manufacturing operations or operational excellence roles.
SMS Intermediate certification or equivalent lean and/or Six Sigma certification from a reputable organization (AME, ASQ, LEI, LSSI, etc). Extensive application of continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, CI, Manufacturing Excellence, SMS).
Why choose us?
Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future‑focused team.
Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether through promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
Enjoy a thoughtful, well‑crafted rewards package that recognizes your contributions and amplifies your impact.
Take good care of yourself and your family with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits, including high‑quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs, and at least 14 weeks gender‑neutral parental leave.
Shape the future of medicine and vaccine delivery with cutting‑edge technology, ensuring seamless launches and a resilient global supply.
Power industry‑leading performance by leveraging digital, data, and AI‑driven innovation at speed and scale.
Transform lives worldwide by delivering life‑changing treatments anywhere, anytime.
Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.
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