Lead, Continuous Improvement

Entegris, Inc.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus eligibility

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) plan with strong match

Education assistance

Job summary

Entegris, Inc. in Aurora, IL, is seeking a Lead, Continuous Improvement to drive yield gains across two sites and the supply chain. You will lead Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives, map processes, and ensure improvements are defined, executed, and sustained.

Collaboration with IT and operations is essential to integrate digital tools. The role requires extensive experience in manufacturing CI, leadership across global teams, and a passion for eliminating waste while delivering measurable

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8-10 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment driving Lean and Six Sigma programs.
• Experience in driving a lean-before-digitize mindset across the supply chain with a global team.
• Formal Six Sigma training and associated Lean, Black Belt and SPC credentials is preferred.
• Willing to travel but less than 10%.
• Undergraduate degree in engineering, computer science, business - information technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead CI projects by identifying high-value losses and delivering results within committed timelines.
• Lead CI strategic initiative deployments to streamline processes and eliminate waste using Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen.
• Assess and optimize processes with Lean principles before digital transformations.
• Collaborate with IT, operations, and business units to integrate Lean improvements with digital technologies.
• Drive cultural change by training and supporting employees in Lean methods and digital tools.
• Monitor metrics and KPIs to track impact and identify trends for improvement.
• Facilitate workshops and training on Lean methodologies and digital tools.
• Lead programs around Skill gap resolution, Production Elements, Productivity AOP, 5S, and Tier daily management (TDM).

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Kaizen

Process mapping

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in engineering / CS / IT

Job description

Job Title:

Lead, Continuous Improvement

Job Description:

The Role:

Ourcampus in**Aurora,IL(Two sites, Aurora Pads & Aurora Slurries)**is seeking aContinuous Improvement(CI)LeadEngineer. The CI LeadEngineerwill play a critical rolein driving yield gainsacross thetwo sitesandassociatedsupplychain. Leveraging deepexpertisein process mapping,Six Sigma, Leanandhigh-impact transformations, this individual will ensure thatyieldsolutions are prepared for success,implementedand sustained. As a key contributor to theContinuous Improvementteam, thisEngineerwill help assessprocesses and KPI’s across theAurora Campussitesand ensure improvement road maps are defined, executed, and sustained.This role will also coordinate with the larger CI community to share best practices and learnings todrivetheEntegrisWay mindset.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Lead ContinuousImprovementprojects byidentifyinghigh value losses (i.e.in yield, output, delivery, labor, scrap etc.),prioritizing,involving necessary resources, following structured approaches,deliveringand sustaining expected results within the committed timelines.
• LeadContinuous Improvementstrategic initiative deployments: Develop and implementCIstrategies to streamline processes andeliminatewasteto drive Yield and process optimizations. Utilize methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen to drive process improvements.
• Assess and Optimize Processes: Conduct thorough assessments of current processes toidentifyinefficiencies and areas for improvement. Implement Lean principles tooptimizethese processes prior to digital transformation.
• Collaborate Across Functions: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, and business units, to ensure that Lean improvements are integrated seamlessly with digital technologies.
• Drive Cultural Change: Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. Provide training and support to employees to adopt Lean methodologies and new digital tools and processes.
• Monitor and Measure Impact: Establishmetrics and KPIs to track the effectiveness of Lean and continuous improvement initiatives. Analyze data toidentifytrends and areas for further enhancement.
• Facilitate Workshops and Training: Conduct workshops and training sessions to educate employees on Lean methodologies and digital tools.
• FacilitateContinuous Improvement Programs: Participatein and/or leadprograms around Skill gap resolution,Production Elements, Productivity AOP, 5S,Tier daily management (TDM), etc.

WHAT WE SEEK:

• **** Minimum of 8-10years’ experiencein a manufacturing environment driving Lean and Six Sigma programs across a large-scale and diverse manufacturing footprint
• Experience in driving a lean before digitize mindset across the supply chain with a global team
• Formal Six Sigma training and associated Lean, Blackbelt and SPC credentialsis preferred
• Willing to travelbut less than 10%
• Undergraduate degree in applicable field, engineering, computer science, business - information technology

OUTSTANDING CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:

• Proventrack recordof developing,implementingand sustaining aCIculture across a global enterprise
• Direct supplier,Customerand factory experience in managingCIportfolios with measurable efficiency gains
• Hands-on leadership stylewith asense of urgency todeliver results

WHY WORK AT ENTEGRIS?

Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future.
Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background,experiencesand perspectives. Weleveragethe differencesof our employees to bringnew ideasto the table.Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives.Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how weoperateas an organization — not just whenit’sconvenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.

WHAT WE OFFER

Our total rewards package goesabove and beyondjust a paycheck. Whetheryou’relooking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

• Compensation: $115,000-$130,000 per year range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role
• Annual bonus eligibility
• Progressive paid time off policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
• Educationassistanceto support your learning journey
• A values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence

Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

At Entegris we are committed toprovidingequal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

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