Operational Excellence Manager

About the role

The Operational Excellence Manager is the owner of Manufacturing Operating System (MOS) within the site, using the principles of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) to ensure Process and Operational Excellence. This position, as a key member of the Site Leadership team, is responsible for coaching leaders across the site on critical systems, processes, and tools necessary to deliver the Site’s long-term strategy and business results.

This Manager will be working across the function to identify and eliminate losses, while enforcing standards on our journey to 1000.

• Participate as a key member of the Zeeland Factory Site Leadership Team; drive strategic direction and vision of the site to be the Most Trusted Infant Formula Factory.
• Partner with cross functional teams to foster a Operational Excellence culture through listening, education and training, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Lead & Coach teams to develop and implement solutions to resolve complex manufacturing issues using the adequate Operational Excellence (MOS, RPS, TPM, Root Cause Analysis, etc.) and TPM Reliability Pillars (PM, OAC, FI, and T&D).
• Analyze and enhance production processes for efficiency and quality. Collaborate with teams for continuous improvement initiative aiming to eliminate losses to enhance Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Oversee the Site’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor and drive improvements in Safety, Quality, Cost, Production, and People. Collecting and analyzing production data to continue developing appropriate KPIs and metrics.
• Partnering with Cross Functional Managers to ensure that Glide paths are being maintained and the correct actions are being taken to drive operational excellence.
• Partner with Site Leaders to continuous review and update the zero-loss journey as we move toward our goal of 1000.
• Develop strategies for MOS and productivity projects deployment. Lead change initiatives, aligning with organizational goals.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Supply, or Business is required. MBA or master’s degree is a plus.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing operations, with a focus on Operational Excellence, TPM, Six Sigma, and People Engagement.
• Proven track record of working cross function to delivery strong results.
• Strong Leadership and team management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and factories.
• Effective problem solving and decision-making abilities with a results-oriented mind‑set.

Salary Range USD$ - $. In addition to the base salary, the position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, which is subject to change each year.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.