Operations Excellence Manager

Dana Canada Corp.; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Canada Corp. is seeking a senior professional to lead continuous improvement initiatives across global operations, driving productivity, quality, and cost reduction. You will guide cross-functional teams, implement DMAIC and Kaizen projects, and mentor staff in lean methodologies.

The role focuses on aligning improvement efforts with business strategy, establishing KPIs, and promoting standard work while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. A seasoned change agent is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of applicable experience.
• 10+ years of experience in continuous improvement or related field.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and process excellence.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement continuous improvement plans aligned with business objectives focusing on productivity, quality, and cost reduction.
• Lead cross-functional teams through structured improvement projects using Kaizen, DMAIC, and value stream mapping.
• Train and support employees at all levels in continuous improvement methodologies, fostering engagement and ownership of process enhancements.
• Establish KPIs, track progress of improvement initiatives, and present findings to senior leadership.
• Promote standard work practices and ensure all improvement activities comply with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Skills

Continuous improvement

Project leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

10+ years experience

Tools

Kaizen

DMAIC

Value stream mapping

Job description

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Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets - passenger vehicle and commercial truck equipment - Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Job Purpose

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and implement continuous improvement plans aligned with business objectives, focusing on productivity, quality, and cost reduction.
• Lead cross-functional teams through structured improvement projects using tools such as Kaizen, DMAIC, and value stream mapping.
• Train and support employees at all levels in continuous improvement methodologies, fostering engagement and ownership of process enhancements.
• Establish KPIs, track progress of improvement initiatives, and present findings and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Promote standard work practices and ensure all improvement activities comply with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of applicable experience
• 10+ years of experience

Skills

• Deep knowledge of continuous improvement tools and techniques, with proven success in leading impactful projects.
• Ability to align improvement efforts with business strategy and lead organizational change effectively.
• Skilled in managing multiple initiatives, facilitating workshops, and coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills to engage stakeholders, gain buy-in, and drive a culture of continuous improvement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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Join our team of 28,000 problem solvers who are fostering a culture of innovation by leveraging the diverse perspectives of our global team. We believe in facing challenges head-on by finding opportunity and uncovering possibility, where roadblocks and barriers become targets instead of obstacles. We are One Dana with limitless opportunity.