Director, Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

Merck & Co.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Fujifilm Cellular Dynamics, Inc. is seeking a Continuous Improvement Director to design the CI system and foster a culture of ongoing improvement across the organization.

You will partner with the Executive Leadership Team to define strategy, governance, and operating cadence, delivering cost savings, quality and efficiency gains. You will lead cross-functional transformations across Manufacturing, Quality, MSAT, R&D, Supply Chain, and related functions for both CDMO and Discovery Research

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience leading operational excellence.
• Experience in GMP manufacturing or similar regulated environments.
• Senior leadership experience with governance and cross-functional accountability.
• Proven ability to build/mature a management system across multiple functions.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent certification with demonstrated results.

Responsibilities

• Lead CI transformation strategy with Executive Leadership Team.
• Develop and sustain CI operating system with KPI ownership and visual management.
• Lead cross-functional transformation across multiple functions.
• Convert strategic goals into measurable improvement projects.
• Develop CI KPIs and dashboards and report on progress.
• Apply advanced problem-solving to improve quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.
• Create and deliver CI training on Lean, Six Sigma, and change management.
• Establish governance and sustain CI behaviors across the organization.
• Collaborate with FUJIFILM divisions to advance CI system.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Job description

Fujifilm Cellular Dynamics, Inc. is seeking a Continuous Improvement Director to design the CI system and foster a culture of ongoing improvement across the organization.

You will partner with the Executive Leadership Team to define strategy, governance, and operating cadence, delivering cost savings, quality and efficiency gains. You will lead cross-functional transformations across Manufacturing, Quality, MSAT, R&D, Supply Chain, and related functions for both CDMO and Discovery Research