Operational Excellence Engineer - Quality & Systems

Swisslog Healthcare; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / dental / vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

401k matching (up to 8%)

Job summary

Swisslog Healthcare is seeking an Operational Excellence Engineer to drive process optimization, Lean/Six Sigma initiatives, and cross‑functional standardization across quality, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain. You will establish robust SOPs, lead RCCA efforts, and support ISO 9001/45001/27001 readiness.

The role emphasizes data‑driven improvements, KPI dashboards, and collaboration with internal teams and suppliers to deliver measurable productivity gains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or related technical discipline with 3-5 years of directly applicable experience.
• Non‑degreed candidates considered if they have formal Lean/Six Sigma training with 2 years of experience counted for one year of degreed experience.
• Familiarity with Lean, 5S, Kaizen.
• Experience with data analysis/visualization tools: Python, Minitab, Power BI, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Lead business process optimization and Lean/Six Sigma improvement initiatives to drive delivery of efficient, low‑waste production solutions.
• Sustain the company’s product lines and manufacturing operations by assessing process failures, performing root cause analysis, and implementing standard operating improvements.
• Assist in establishing baseline quality, safety, and information security management systems to prepare for ISO certifications; track audit readiness milestones.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external suppliers on corrective actions, implementing scalable process solutions within budget.
• Develop KPI dashboards, Value Stream Maps (VSM), and process flow models to drive productivity gains.
• Prepare operational risk reports, project charters, and statements of work (SOW).

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Process optimization

Cross-functional teamwork

Tools

Python

Minitab

Power BI

Job description

Operational Excellence Engineer - Quality & Systems

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The Operational Excellence Engineer leads process optimization, Lean/Six Sigma continuous improvement, and cross‑functional workflow standardization across quality, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain operations. The role is responsible for identifying inefficiencies, driving waste reduction, and establishing robust standard operating procedures (SOPs) to enhance company product technology and operational performance. Typical performance indicators include meeting objectives for quality, lean manufacturing, cost reduction, process capability, schedule adherence, and yield improvement. Sustaining operational standards, driving root cause and corrective actions (RCCA), and gap analysis required to achieve key corporate management system certifications (such as ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 27001) across manufacturing and quality workflows represents a significant portion of this job.

Responsibilities Make an impact

• Continuous Improvement and Lean Deployment: Lead business process optimization and Lean/Six Sigma improvement initiatives to drive delivery of efficient, low‑waste production solutions.
• Product Line and Process Sustaining: Sustains the company’s product lines and manufacturing operations by assessing process failures, executing root cause analysis, and implementing standard operating improvements.
• Quality System Implementation and ISO Readiness: Assists in establishing baseline quality, safety, and information security management systems to prepare the company for initial certifications to ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 27001. Participates in internal gap analyses, authors standard operating procedures (SOPs), and tracks audit readiness milestones.
• Cross‑Functional Corrective Actions: Coordinates with internal teams (Manufacturing, QA, Engineering) and external suppliers on corrective actions, implementing scalable process solutions within budget.
• Metrics and Value Stream Mapping: Develops and maintains key performance indicator (KPI) dashboards, Value Stream Maps (VSM), and process flow models to drive measurable productivity gains.
• Quality and Subcontractor Alignment: Familiar with Lean, 5S, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and standard work implementations across internal assembly operations and subcontracted manufacturing parts.
• Reporting and Statements of work: Prepares operational risk reports, project charters, and internal/external statements of work (SOW) to achieve company performance and near objectives.
• Other Duties: Performs other duties as assigned.

Application Requirements What you need to succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or related technical discipline with 3-5 years of directly applicable experience.
• Non‑degreed candidates considered if they have formal Lean/Six Sigma training with 2 years of experience counted for one year of degreed experience (typically 6-10 years for non‑degreed).
• Familiarity with principles of a well‑organized and controlled process improvement methodology (Lean, 5S, Kaizen).
• Prior development or working knowledge of data analysis/visualization tools (Python, Minitab, Power BI, or similar)

Desirable, but not Essential

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• 3+ years leading value stream mapping, Kaizen events, and root cause analysis (8D, 5‑Why, Fishbone).
• Knowledge of statistical software packages: Minitab, JMP, or similar
• Exposure to ISO management system implementations or internal auditing (ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 27001)

Salary range for this position is $85,000 - $100,000. Salary will be commensurate with experience and skillset.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical / dental / vision insurance, tuition reimbursement, disability, 401k matching (up to 8%).

• medical / dental / vision insurance
• tuition reimbursement
• disability
• 401k matching (up to 8%)