Operations Excellence Manager

Tech Etch

Plymouth (MA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

5 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Employee stock ownership

Vacation days & holidays

Low-cost benefits

401k with match

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Tech Etch in Plymouth, MA is seeking an Operations Excellence Manager to drive a continuous cycle of process improvements, reporting to the VP of Engineering & Operations, and leading enterprise-wide improvement projects to sustain rapid growth and profitability.

The role emphasizes sustainable process enhancements, data-driven decisions, mentoring Lean leaders, and building a culture of continuous improvement across functions, with a first-shift schedule.

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years leading improvement teams.
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or Business.
Strong statistical analysis and data-driven mindset.
Excellent communication across all levels of the organization.
Proven change-agent with strategic business sense.
Project management and cross-functional leadership experience.
Ability to work independently under tight deadlines.
Lean experience; Lean Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead cross-functional Lean and continuous improvement projects to improve flow, quality, and cost.
Mentor lean leaders and engineers to build a culture of continuous improvement.
Champion data-driven decision-making across the organization.
Develop and implement a framework to drive enterprise-wide improvement initiatives.
Monitor Lean and Six Sigma projects and lead leadership reviews for progress.

Skills

Process improvement

Data analysis

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Manufacturing/ME/Business

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Founded in 1964, Tech Etch specializes in manufacturing precision-engineered components and flexible printed circuits in the Medical Device, Aerospace and Defense, and Electronics and Telecommunications industries. Our mission is to inspire, create, and provide innovative solutions that enhance lives globally. We develop meaningful, long-term partnerships between our employee-owners and the industry leaders we serve. Our employees make up a united team of individuals who value positivity, teamwork, and growth with a mission to advance their skillsets and success. Tech Etch operates facilities in Plymouth, MA, Fall River, MA, and Litchfield, MN.

DESCRIPTION

ABOUT THE JOB

As the Operations Excellence Managerat Tech Etch, you will play a pivotal role in driving a continuous cycle of process improvements with an unwavering focus on growth and performance. Reporting directly to the VP of Engineering & Operations, you will lead the charge in successfully implementing improvement projects across the enterprise, thereby enabling Tech Etch to sustain its rapid growth trajectory and enhance profitability. Your primary responsibilities will encompass overseeing the implementation of sustainable process enhancements, measuring and reporting performance against targets, and ensuring that change initiatives yield the expected business outcomes.

SHIFT

1st shift.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and execute cross-functional Lean and continuous improvement projects aligned with our business objectives. These initiatives will drive improvements in process flow, quality, and cost-effectiveness
Identify, mentor, and train lean leaders and individual contributors, both formally and informally, to build a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization
Champion data-driven decision-making processes throughout the organization, ensuring that all business decisions are grounded in data and analysis
Develop and implement a comprehensive framework to drive and manage continuous improvement initiatives across the business, with an emphasis on delivering sustainable results. Foster transparency through regular and ongoing communication with all employee owners
Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement within the organization. This includes monitoring Lean and Six Sigma projects, identifying projects aligned with business goals, providing coaching and training, collaborating with stakeholders at all levels for project selection, and conducting regular leadership reviews to monitor progress

QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of 3 years of professional-level experience leading and coaching improvement teams.
Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or Business Management
Strong foundation in statistical analysis
Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with individuals at all levels of the organization, fostering collaboration and cooperation
Results-oriented "change agent" with a talent for strategic thinking in the realm of business systems
Proficient in influencing, negotiating, and resolving conflicts to reach consensus on shared objectives
Demonstrated project management skills, including cross-functional team leadership
Proven ability to function independently in a high-impact role, even when faced with tight deadlines and resource constraints
A demonstrated ability to coordinate across various disciplines and integrate all aspects of the business, including scope, roles, responsibilities, specifications, timelines, and resources
Prior Lean experience and training in a manufacturing environment; Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred

BENEFITS