Lean Six Sigma Value Stream Leader

Baxter International Inc.; Aibonito (PR); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical + Dental

ESPP & 401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. in the United States is seeking an Industrial Engineer – Operational Excellence to drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives across manufacturing processes.

You will analyze workflows, eliminate waste, and implement data-driven decisions to improve productivity, quality, cost, and delivery. You will lead cross-functional teams with Production, Quality, and Supply Chain, facilitate Kaizen events, develop standardized work, train staff, and sustain continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science or related field with 3+ years supervisory experience or in Operational Excellence roles acceptable.
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing FDA environment preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business and regulatory procedures and write reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Analyze end-to-end processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and waste.
• Design and implement optimized workflows to improve productivity and throughput.
• Conduct time studies and work measurement analysis to establish labor standards.
• Perform line balancing and capacity analysis to maximize efficiency.
• Develop and maintain standardized work procedures and process documentation.
• Monitor and analyze KPIs to track performance and drive actions.
• Lead cross-functional improvement initiatives with Production, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.
• Facilitate Kaizen events and continuous improvement workshops.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Process optimization

KPI tracking

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science or related field

Job description

Baxter International Inc. in the United States is seeking an Industrial Engineer – Operational Excellence to drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives across manufacturing processes.

You will analyze workflows, eliminate waste, and implement data-driven decisions to improve productivity, quality, cost, and delivery. You will lead cross-functional teams with Production, Quality, and Supply Chain, facilitate Kaizen events, develop standardized work, train staff, and sustain continuous improvement