Associate Director Operational Excellence

$122,800 - $193,300/Yr

Merck & Co. - Rahway, NJ

Full-time - Senior

Onsite - Rahway, NJ

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Associate Director of Operational Excellence will play a crucial role in enhancing facilities operations within the organization. This position focuses on developing and implementing processes aimed at improving operational efficiency, equipment reliability, and overall performance across all CTO sites. The role requires collaboration with various functional areas to ensure effective decision-making and continuous improvement in operational practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and monitor processes to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Analyze performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities and implement strategies to achieve operational excellence.
• Develop and implement reliability-centered maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to identify critical assets, assess performance, and analyze failure modes.
• Utilize Lifecycle Asset Management principles to oversee and optimize the performance, risk, and cost associated with physical assets throughout their lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain a system for tracking and reporting operational performance, including key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Create and deliver regular reports and presentations to senior management on site performance, reliability metrics, and improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify and escalate critical issues to senior management for more effective and rapid decision-making.
• Act as a change agent, driving a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence throughout the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.
• At least 7 years of experience in operational excellence, process improvement, and facilities management, preferably in a regulated industry.
• Strong knowledge of reliability engineering and asset management principles.
• Experience with Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Lifecycle Asset Management (LCAM) methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive change in a complex environment.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in using data analysis tools and software.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree or certification in Operational Excellence.
• Advanced Engineering Degree or in related field.
• Lean Management and Six Sigma expertise.
• Understanding of Regulatory Compliance.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan