Operational Excellence Engineer

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We are more than just a company; we are pioneers in industrial waste management, committed to creating a cleaner, safer world. Since our inception during the environmental movement of the 1970s, we've been at the forefront of solving complex environmental challenges. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana with a dedicated team of 2,000+ employees spread across the United States, we provide innovative and compliant solutions to thousands of clients in diverse industries.

Why us?

• Impactful Work:
  Be part of a team that makes a real difference. Our comprehensive services range from hazardous waste management and emergency response to onsite support and technical solutions, allow us to solve our customers' waste challenges. We are part of the solution. We don't generate any waste ourselves.
• Growth Opportunities:
  Your contribution is valued beyond your job title. We believe in the power of continuous learning and growth, encouraging every employee to expand their skills and take on new challenges.
• Safety First:
  Your health and safety are our top priorities. We foster a culture where every employee is empowered to act safely and ensure the well‑being of their colleagues. Our mantra is Safe and Compliant, Always.
• Collaborative Environment:
  Together we can achieve much more. Join a supportive and dynamic team where your ideas and efforts are recognized and rewarded.

Position Summary:

As an Operational Excellence Engineer you will be responsible for driving operational excellence to deliver year‑over‑year improvements in cost and productivity. This role is responsible for translating key Company and FPP (Full Potential Plan) initiatives into action for the Operations function, and the implementation of key KPI's related to cost, maintenance, automation, reliability, etc. This role will be aligned with the Operational & Engineering Center of Excellence and will have a dotted line responsibility to the local Plant Leader.

It is expected that this role will be able to offset inflation as a minimum expectation within its respective facility.

Responsibilities:

• Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and maintaining safe practices at all times
• Actively reviews practices, workflows and systems to identify opportunities and advises on appropriate interventions for process improvements that impact production and business results; champions waste eliminations and reductions
• Designs, develops, and implements effective solutions to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs, including creating and updating process documentation and workflows, and ensuring they are sustained by the business
• Drives improvement projects across various departments, utilizing standardized OPEX tools and methods to enhance performance and maximize EBITDA
• Facilitates change management by engaging with cross‑functional teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement and provides training and support to employees at all levels to encourage the adoption of new processes and tools
• Promotes a safety‑first culture by incorporating health and safety considerations into all process improvements
• Incorporates data analysis and problem solving through lean manufacturing methodologies, DMAIC, Value Stream Maps, 5‑Why, Ishikawa diagrams, FMEAs and/or Kaizen to investigate issues and performance drivers to establish robust action plans
• Drives knowledge exchange with technology experts (plant resources, engineering solutions, internal/external consultant groups, sister plants, etc.) to increase awareness of potential improvement opportunities
• Encourages innovative thinking and explores new technologies or methodologies that could further enhance operational excellence within the Company
• Trains and coaches employees on operational excellence principles and methodologies
• Monitors the effectiveness of implemented initiatives and makes necessary adjustments
• Creates and presents reports on FPP initiatives and their impact to leadership
• Utilizes project management principles to complete oversight and management of capital, plant and cost reduction projects
• Conducts root cause analysis and…