Operational Excellence Manager

Operational Excellence Manager

Sabert Corporation

Drives continuous improvement efforts within the plant to achieve execution excellence and superior business results. Provides overall leadership for the plant in creating appropriate continuous improvement plans, deployment of tactical approaches and creating a culture based on the Sabert Operating Principles.

• Directs and executes all aspects of continuous improvement efforts in the plant including planning, development, deployment, and reporting
• Directs an ongoing educational effort to support the conceptual understanding and development of skills to achieve operational excellence
• Assesses, analyzes and implements solutions across the plant to identify and eliminate waste, organize around Lean processes and deliver excellence on safety, environmental, quality, productivity and cost
• Works with leadership to identify, select and define specific improvement projects while coordinating with leaders to eliminate barriers and raise awareness as needed
• Facilitates and supports improvement teams to execute significant process improvement projects while reviewing P&L impact and resource needs
• Influences, motivates and coaches individuals across the plant involved in operational excellence or continuous improvement objectives; mentors individuals to support them through the adoption of lean principles and the Sabert Operating Principles
• Establishes and guides development and reporting of operational excellence metrics for the plant

• Strong working knowledge and depth of understanding in manufacturing and distribution operations
• Deep expertise in Lean methodologies, tools and processes; understanding of all types of continuous improvement approaches
• Self‑motivated, resourceful and entrepreneurial, demonstrating willingness for learning and improvement
• Well‑developed quantitative and qualitative analytical skills and critical thinking skills
• Strong influencing and communication skills; capable of securing management buy‑in, sponsorship and investment through strong articulation of business benefits aligned to broader organizational objectives
• Outstanding and proven leadership and interpersonal capabilities; ability to collaborate broadly across all levels of the organization to achieve results with cross‑functional teams
• Skilled with the use of Microsoft and other business software applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SAP, etc.

• Bachelor’s Degree required in Engineering or a related field (B.A. or B.S.)
• 10+ years experience in a manufacturing or distribution organization
• Proven experience in delivering successful outcomes in continuous improvement activities
• Demonstrated, hands‑on successful experience in driving Lean transformation to achieve optimization of manufacturing systems, practices and processes
• Lean certification from a recognized institution strongly preferred

• Work in accordance with all company policies and procedures regarding employment, safety, quality, product safety and legality, security, and regulatory compliance as applicable

Competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.

Jefferson County, KY - $–$

Director

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Sabert Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, being a qualified individual with a disability, protected veteran status, political belief or activity, or any other basis prohibited by law or regulation. Applicants must be currently authorized to work legally in the United States for Sabert.

Sabert will not commence an employment‑based immigration case to fill this open position.