Operational Excellence & Lean Six Sigma Lead

Phillips Medisize; New Richmond (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Koch Companies’ New Richmond team is focused on improving manufacturing through data-driven CIP, cost reduction, and MES optimization. We partner across functions to drive value, deploy Lean/Six Sigma, and raise safety and quality.

You will analyze production costs, lead KPI improvement efforts, train teams, develop business cases, and produce reports to guide decisions. This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and hands-on problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in data analysis, preferably in manufacturing.
• Proficiency with data visualization tools and statistical software.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to lead cross-functional CI initiatives.
• Experience teaching and applying Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proven history of leading MES enhancements and upkeep.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production costs to identify cost reductions and efficiency improvements, implementing savings and tracking results.
• Support project leaders with KPI improvements and savings forecasts.
• Collaborate with operations and finance to define project strategies and build business cases.
• Develop team capabilities by training employees in Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Compile data and generate reports to support decision-making and CIP presentations.
• Assist CIP leaders with problem-solving, financial analysis, and MES maintenance and enhancements.
• Contribute to annual operating plans with focus on KPI gains and cost reductions.

Skills

Data analysis

Data visualization

Problem solving

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional leadership

MES maintenance

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

MES

Job description

Koch Companies’ New Richmond team is focused on improving manufacturing through data-driven CIP, cost reduction, and MES optimization. We partner across functions to drive value, deploy Lean/Six Sigma, and raise safety and quality.

You will analyze production costs, lead KPI improvement efforts, train teams, develop business cases, and produce reports to guide decisions. This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and hands-on problem-solving.