Operational Excellence Manager (Maintenance)
At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!
As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. We're driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life' and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose™ – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.
At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you'll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.
Making animals' lives better makes life better – join our team today!
Your Role: Operational Excellence Manager
The Operational Excellence Manager will provide coaching and leadership for the implementation of Operational Excellence (OpEx) principles at the Clinton Labs and Terre Haute sites. This role will be responsible for completing the necessary training, annual OpEx agenda (including annual cost savings plan and lean maturity assessment) engraining the concepts of OpEx philosophy into the organization, training appropriate individuals in OpEx concepts, partnering with leaders at the sites to continuously improve the OpEx culture. The OpEx role is dynamic and requires the ability to adapt quickly to new situations and challenges that are common to manufacturing.
Your Responsibilities:
Coach and instill key OpEx principles, such as Lean, Waste Reduction, and Smooth Flow Concepts across the sites
Lead the annual cost savings plan and manage OpEx goals for various departments
Conduct the OpEx/Lean training and ensure the successful completion of training requirements
Partner with leaders at all levels to develop and execute continuous improvement initiatives
Facilitate and organize the sites' annual Site Self Assessment
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent relevant work experience of 5+ years in manufacturing or manufacturing support
Required Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing or operational excellence, with experience in coaching, problem solving, and driving change
Top 2 skills: Strong training & presentation skills, ability to coach and influence
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
Supervisor or informal leadership experience
Experience in statistical analysis and implementing digital solutions
Strong business acumen with project management experience
Leadership experience across cross-functional teams
Additional Information:
Travel: Minimal (occasionally to sites as needed)
Location: Clinton Labs and Terre Haute, IN – Monday to Friday
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!
Elanco Benefits and Perks:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:
Multiple relocation packages
Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
8-week parental leave
9 Employee Resource Groups
Annual bonus offering
Up to 6% 401K matching
Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status
