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Operational Excellence Lead - Bothell, WA
VetJobs, Bothell, Washington, United States, 98021
Job Description
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS
- Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps.Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Why Patients Need YouAt Pfizer, our mission is to inspire a best-in-class culture of continuous improvement and project management that empowers colleagues and enables simple, effective processes. Whether you are managing projects or liaising with others, your contribution in this team will help in making our work easier and faster so that we can deliver breakthroughs that change patients' lives.
What You Will AchievePfizer's North Creek Manufacturing Facility is clinical and commercial biologics manufacturing facility producing antibody and antibody drug conjugates for life-altering cancer treatments.
The North Creek facility is seeking a highly motivated Operational Excellence (OE) Lead that desires an opportunity to significantly contribute to the development and commercialization of transformative cancer therapies. The focus of this role is to support the facility by providing expertise in both Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to help enable the business to deliver on its commitments. As Operational Excellence Lead, you will drive value and impact by leading cross-functional, side-wide strategic initiatives that drive the business towards achieving high priority goals. As Integrated Manufacturing Excellence (IMEx) system site lead, you will be responsible in delivering support across all tiers of the organization for the successful IMEx deployment and sustained implementation. Training and mentoring of colleagues in Operational Excellence tools and techniques to enable problem solving across all levels of the organization is fundamental to the role. As a change agent, you will be responsible for promoting new ways of working to create an environment that is change agile, helping to drive the creation of a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and learning at all levels within the site. Working in a fast-paced environment where learning and personal development are actively encouraged, you will find the role both challenging and rewarding. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Operational Excellence, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma principles, have can-do attitude, and thrives in a high-paced environment, in a role of constant learning and change. This role also requires ability to gain trust, build strong relationships, and have great teamwork and collaboration skills.
How You Will Achieve ItAnalyze current operations and identify opportunities for improvementSupport continual improvements of systems and work processes to drive operational efficiencyAssess the effectiveness of operational activities using analytical tools to generate proposals for improvement initiativesMonitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on project outcomesWork with site functions to prioritize OE projects and monitor their progress with respect to timelines, resources and commitmentsTake ownership of site IMEx system implementation and ongoing supportLead a cross-functional team of continuous improvement champions, to recognize, prioritize and deliver on continuous improvement opportunities within their respective teamsCoach teams to deliver sustainable results and help to support their development in operational excellence & lean manufacturing principlesCollaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of improvement initiatives with business goalsFoster a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvementInfluence up and across the site, to drive mature Operational Excellence behaviors and culturePartner with global OE teams to bring "one best way" standardized methodologies to the manufacturing site
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
QualificationsMust-HaveApplicant must have a High School Diploma (or Equivalent) and 10 years of relevant experience OR an associates degree with 8 years of experience OR a bachelors with at least 5 years of experience OR Masters Degree with more than 3 years of experience, OR a PhD with 0+ years of experience.Six Sigma and/or Lean Green Belt certification by a recognized third-party organizationDemonstrated experience in leading improvement projects of significant size and scope using lean six sigma methodologies, resulting in quantifiable business benefitStrong analytical/statistical problem-solving ability, with broad business knowledge and the ability to link stakeholder needs with business processesExperience in training and coaching candidates completing lean and six sigma projectsStrong presentation skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organizationAn understanding of and proficiency in change managementProficient in the use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MinitabAble to collaborate and partner with global teams across multiple time zonesNice-to-HaveKnowledge of Pfizer's IMEx Production System with an understanding of deployment and execution methodologiesBlack belt certification would be a distinct advantageGood working knowledge of the Bio/Pharmaceutical Industry including Operations, Quality, Technical, Supply Chain, Engineering and Regulatory aspects. Good working knowledge of cGMP
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires many hours standing when observing processesAble to don cleanroom gowning to access manufacturing areaNON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
Schedule is 1st shift, Monday - Friday.May require some travels to other Pfizer sites
Work Location Assignment: Hybrid
Referral Bonus Eligibility: YESEligible for Relocation Package: NOThe annual base salary for this position ranges from $93,500.00 to $155,900.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS
- Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps.Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Why Patients Need YouAt Pfizer, our mission is to inspire a best-in-class culture of continuous improvement and project management that empowers colleagues and enables simple, effective processes. Whether you are managing projects or liaising with others, your contribution in this team will help in making our work easier and faster so that we can deliver breakthroughs that change patients' lives.
What You Will AchievePfizer's North Creek Manufacturing Facility is clinical and commercial biologics manufacturing facility producing antibody and antibody drug conjugates for life-altering cancer treatments.
The North Creek facility is seeking a highly motivated Operational Excellence (OE) Lead that desires an opportunity to significantly contribute to the development and commercialization of transformative cancer therapies. The focus of this role is to support the facility by providing expertise in both Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to help enable the business to deliver on its commitments. As Operational Excellence Lead, you will drive value and impact by leading cross-functional, side-wide strategic initiatives that drive the business towards achieving high priority goals. As Integrated Manufacturing Excellence (IMEx) system site lead, you will be responsible in delivering support across all tiers of the organization for the successful IMEx deployment and sustained implementation. Training and mentoring of colleagues in Operational Excellence tools and techniques to enable problem solving across all levels of the organization is fundamental to the role. As a change agent, you will be responsible for promoting new ways of working to create an environment that is change agile, helping to drive the creation of a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and learning at all levels within the site. Working in a fast-paced environment where learning and personal development are actively encouraged, you will find the role both challenging and rewarding. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Operational Excellence, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma principles, have can-do attitude, and thrives in a high-paced environment, in a role of constant learning and change. This role also requires ability to gain trust, build strong relationships, and have great teamwork and collaboration skills.
How You Will Achieve ItAnalyze current operations and identify opportunities for improvementSupport continual improvements of systems and work processes to drive operational efficiencyAssess the effectiveness of operational activities using analytical tools to generate proposals for improvement initiativesMonitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on project outcomesWork with site functions to prioritize OE projects and monitor their progress with respect to timelines, resources and commitmentsTake ownership of site IMEx system implementation and ongoing supportLead a cross-functional team of continuous improvement champions, to recognize, prioritize and deliver on continuous improvement opportunities within their respective teamsCoach teams to deliver sustainable results and help to support their development in operational excellence & lean manufacturing principlesCollaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of improvement initiatives with business goalsFoster a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvementInfluence up and across the site, to drive mature Operational Excellence behaviors and culturePartner with global OE teams to bring "one best way" standardized methodologies to the manufacturing site
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
QualificationsMust-HaveApplicant must have a High School Diploma (or Equivalent) and 10 years of relevant experience OR an associates degree with 8 years of experience OR a bachelors with at least 5 years of experience OR Masters Degree with more than 3 years of experience, OR a PhD with 0+ years of experience.Six Sigma and/or Lean Green Belt certification by a recognized third-party organizationDemonstrated experience in leading improvement projects of significant size and scope using lean six sigma methodologies, resulting in quantifiable business benefitStrong analytical/statistical problem-solving ability, with broad business knowledge and the ability to link stakeholder needs with business processesExperience in training and coaching candidates completing lean and six sigma projectsStrong presentation skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organizationAn understanding of and proficiency in change managementProficient in the use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MinitabAble to collaborate and partner with global teams across multiple time zonesNice-to-HaveKnowledge of Pfizer's IMEx Production System with an understanding of deployment and execution methodologiesBlack belt certification would be a distinct advantageGood working knowledge of the Bio/Pharmaceutical Industry including Operations, Quality, Technical, Supply Chain, Engineering and Regulatory aspects. Good working knowledge of cGMP
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires many hours standing when observing processesAble to don cleanroom gowning to access manufacturing areaNON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
Schedule is 1st shift, Monday - Friday.May require some travels to other Pfizer sites
Work Location Assignment: Hybrid
Referral Bonus Eligibility: YESEligible for Relocation Package: NOThe annual base salary for this position ranges from $93,500.00 to $155,900.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.