Lead Quality Specialist - Manufacturing Improvement

Responsibilities, authorities and accountabilities

• Drive lean manufacturing activities at a global or local level including methods, tools, roadmap systems, elaboration, and deployment. Manage industrial improvement projects including process improvement, green field, revamp-up or extension, localization of manufacturing activities, etc.
• Advises Functional managers or other Functions regarding approaches, processes and procedures in the own field.
• Handles communication with direct colleagues and the business about approach and methods for solving complex problems.
• Leads as a project leader of medium sized projects or is a major contributor to bigger projects. Work goals typically take 3-6 months to complete and the time horizon for results/impact is typically 2-12 months after the event.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in Quality). Minimum of 3 additional years of experience in Manufacturing Improvement.

• Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Ability to influence others and lead small teams. Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact. Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously. Effective problem identification and solution skills. Proven analytical and organizational ability.