Perrigo Company - Holland, MI
posted 3 months ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Hybrid - Holland, MI
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
About the position
The Continuous Improvement/PWS Lead at Perrigo is responsible for optimizing plant output and reducing non-value added waste through the implementation of the Perrigo Work System (PWS). This role focuses on supporting operational goals by leading initiatives that enhance efficiency and productivity in a cross-functional environment. The position requires a strong emphasis on data analysis, project execution, and the application of lean manufacturing principles to drive continuous improvement across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Optimize plant output while reducing non-value added waste.
- Lead and support initiatives created through the Perrigo Work System (PWS).
- Collect data, perform analysis, and develop countermeasures for improvement projects.
- Implement improvement-based capital projects through business partnership.
- Support the deployment of the next phase of PWS across the Holland site.
- Analyze top-down cost and output improvements for Kaizen and lean efforts.
- Implement Lean Practices to improve cost and output deliverables.
- Drive and influence change across multiple departments by implementing factory standards.
- Lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Identify new sources of data and methods of data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or related field.
- Previous experience in an FDA regulated industry preferred.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing and ability to implement lean tools and methodologies.
- Strong technical background in high volume and complex manufacturing environments.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel with macros).
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to learn and understand complex equipment capabilities and operations.
Nice-to-haves
- Minimum of 5+ years in industrial or process engineering.
- Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Career development opportunities
- Hybrid working approach with flexibility to work from home two days a week
- Support for family and personal needs
