Lab 6S & Operations Excellence Specialist

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.; Ireland; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. in Ireland is seeking an Operational Excellence 6S Specialist for a 12-month assignment. The role focuses on implementing and sustaining 6S across laboratories, with emphasis on workplace organisation, visual standards and standardised processes. You will partner with scientists, engineers and EHS to drive measurable improvements while coaching teams and ensuring compliance. This is an individual-contributor position in a regulated setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated operational environment.
• Practical knowledge of 5S or 6S.
• Strong change-management and facilitation skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and drive the 6S/5S programme across laboratory areas.
• Conduct workplace assessments and develop visual standards.
• Lead audits and action tracking to ensure sustained improvements.
• Provide training, coaching and performance reporting for teams.
• Partner with cross-functional groups to embed 6S into daily practice.

Skills

Workplace organisation

Facilitation

Coaching

Data analysis

Change management

Job description

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. in Ireland is seeking an Operational Excellence 6S Specialist for a 12-month assignment. The role focuses on implementing and sustaining 6S across laboratories, with emphasis on workplace organisation, visual standards and standardised processes. You will partner with scientists, engineers and EHS to drive measurable improvements while coaching teams and ensuring compliance. This is an individual-contributor position in a regulated setting.