Ajulia Executive Search · 1 week ago
Operational Excellence Manager
Grandview, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expAjulia Executive Search is a New Jersey based Executive Search Firm specializing in retained searches across various sectors. They are seeking an Operational Excellence Manager who will drive operational results and continuous improvement in manufacturing, collaborating across departments to enhance performance and implement best practices.
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Hiring Manager
Sunitha Motepalli
Responsibilities
Hands-on manufacturing leader focused on driving operational results and continuous improvement
Lead initiatives that improve efficiency, eliminate bottlenecks, and enhance overall operational performance
Collaborate across departments to optimize processes, implement lean principles, and foster a culture of excellence
Build, deploy, and optimize site operations through experience with manufacturing operating systems
Implement Operational Excellence practices, including daily management, standard work, 5S, and structured problem-solving
Utilize data collection and analysis tools to drive problem-solving and integrate improvement methodologies such as Kaizen and SMED into daily workflows
Support a culture of accountability through structured action plans and follow-up processes
Apply expertise in high-volume automated manufacturing and strong analytical skills to improve performance
Establish benchmarking and continuous improvement targets to measure operational success
Promote site harmonization and flexibility to maximize asset utilization, reduce risk, and optimize performance
Facilitate Kaizen events and guide teams on improvement processes
Demonstrate cross-functional thinking and holistic problem-solving capabilities
Drive change, implement new strategies, and adapt effectively to evolving scenarios and high-pressure environments
Qualification
Required
5-years of site/department experience deploying OpEx tools
5-years in high-speed manufacturing processes (low mix/high volume environment)
Lean professional; Green Belt or Black Belt certification
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
Benefits
401(K)
Paid Time Off
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Company
Ajulia Executive Search
Ajulia Executive Search is a staffing and recruiting company that provides executive searches and staffing services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase