Continuous Improvement SpecialistLead- Support Functions
BioSpace, Swiftwater, PA, United States
Job Title : Continuous Improvement Specialist Lead– Support Functions
Location : Swiftwater, PA
About the Job This role serves as the Operational Excellence (OPEX) representative in a specific department (e.g., DS, Filing, Packaging, QC, etc). The role drives continuous improvement, supports performance initiatives, advances SMS maturity, and leads problem‑solving efforts using SMS tools.
Responsibilities
Serve as OPEX representative for specific department(s) and/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 assigned area with performance measurement, analysis, reporting, and corrective/preventive action.
Drive continuous improvement for assigned SMS 2.0 areas as Level 2 CI Specialist.
Provide coaching and guidance to Level 1 CI specialists to ensure CI loop delivers desired performance and aligns with 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 and provide GPS3 training.
Coach departments/PCUs during investigations to embed self‑sufficient GPS3 ways of working.
Act as OPEX method and training referent; support M&S network (e.g., Maturity Assessment execution, SMS Trainer).
Contribute to SMS training program as a certified trainer and define SMS upskilling plan for the specific area.
Coordinate preparation and execution of Maturity Assessments with PCU, SMS Program Lead, and visiting Assessors.
Use expert knowledge of SMS Standards to manage performance for the specific area.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, business, or related field with 3+ years of experience in continuous improvement, manufacturing operations or related field.
Or, with no degree, 9+ years of experience in continuous improvement, manufacturing operations or related field with demonstrated career progression.
Knowledge and application of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean/CI/Manufacturing Excellence/SMS/etc).
Preferred Qualifications
10+ years of experience in manufacturing operations or operational excellence roles.
SMS Intermediate certification or equivalent lean and/or six sigma certification (AME, ASQ, LEI, LSSI, etc).
Extensive application of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean/CI/Manufacturing Excellence/SMS/etc).
Benefits
Supportive, future‑focused team.
Opportunities for growth, promotion or lateral move.
Thoughtful rewards package that recognizes contributions.
Health and wellbeing benefits including high‑quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs, and at least 14 weeks gender‑neutral parental leave.
Digital, data, and AI‑driven innovation support.
Life‑changing treatments worldwide.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or military status or liability for military status, domestic violence victim status, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, 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; additional benefits information can be found here.
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Location : Swiftwater, PA
About the Job This role serves as the Operational Excellence (OPEX) representative in a specific department (e.g., DS, Filing, Packaging, QC, etc). The role drives continuous improvement, supports performance initiatives, advances SMS maturity, and leads problem‑solving efforts using SMS tools.
Responsibilities
Serve as OPEX representative for specific department(s) and/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 assigned area with performance measurement, analysis, reporting, and corrective/preventive action.
Drive continuous improvement for assigned SMS 2.0 areas as Level 2 CI Specialist.
Provide coaching and guidance to Level 1 CI specialists to ensure CI loop delivers desired performance and aligns with 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 and provide GPS3 training.
Coach departments/PCUs during investigations to embed self‑sufficient GPS3 ways of working.
Act as OPEX method and training referent; support M&S network (e.g., Maturity Assessment execution, SMS Trainer).
Contribute to SMS training program as a certified trainer and define SMS upskilling plan for the specific area.
Coordinate preparation and execution of Maturity Assessments with PCU, SMS Program Lead, and visiting Assessors.
Use expert knowledge of SMS Standards to manage performance for the specific area.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, business, or related field with 3+ years of experience in continuous improvement, manufacturing operations or related field.
Or, with no degree, 9+ years of experience in continuous improvement, manufacturing operations or related field with demonstrated career progression.
Knowledge and application of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean/CI/Manufacturing Excellence/SMS/etc).
Preferred Qualifications
10+ years of experience in manufacturing operations or operational excellence roles.
SMS Intermediate certification or equivalent lean and/or six sigma certification (AME, ASQ, LEI, LSSI, etc).
Extensive application of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean/CI/Manufacturing Excellence/SMS/etc).
Benefits
Supportive, future‑focused team.
Opportunities for growth, promotion or lateral move.
Thoughtful rewards package that recognizes contributions.
Health and wellbeing benefits including high‑quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs, and at least 14 weeks gender‑neutral parental leave.
Digital, data, and AI‑driven innovation support.
Life‑changing treatments worldwide.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or military status or liability for military status, domestic violence victim status, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, 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; additional benefits information can be found here.
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