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Perrigo Company - Holland, MI
posted 3 months ago
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 effectiveness in a cross-functional environment. The position emphasizes a Front-Line Obsession mindset, prioritizing the support and development of team members while driving continuous improvement projects and ensuring sustainable outcomes.
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.
- Implement improvement projects and ensure desired outcomes are sustained.
- 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 allowing remote work two days a week
- Support for family and personal needs
