OPX Specialist

Bharat Forge Aluminum USA, Inc.; Surgoinsville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bharat Forge Aluminum USA, Inc. is seeking an Operations Specialist to optimize processes, coordinate cross‑functional teams, and drive lean and OPX initiatives across the business. You will analyze workflows, report KPIs, and implement corrective actions to close performance gaps.

Responsibilities include project documentation, cycle time analysis, and facilitating risk mitigation. Occasional travel may be required during peak periods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related engineering discipline, or equivalent.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and business software (e.g., Excel, ERP systems).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of new systems, tools, and operational procedures.
• Track, analyze, and report KPIs related to productivity, efficiency, downtime, cost, and quality to support project decision‑making.
• Lead root cause analysis initiatives using structured problem‑solving methodologies and manage corrective action projects to address process and performance gaps.
• Conduct analytical studies such as cycle time analysis, process capability analysis, and workflow assessments to support project recommendations.
• Develop standardized project documentation, including process maps, operating procedures, project plans, and improvement roadmaps.
• Coordinate cross‑functional project teams to ensure timely execution of initiatives, risk mitigation, and alignment with lean and operational excellence principles.
• Support supply chain coordination projects for selected parts to ensure continuity of operations and project deliverables.
• Manage cost‑reduction, waste elimination, and throughput‑improvement projects from initiation through implementation and closure.
• Develop and maintain project dashboards, reports, and visual management tools to communicate project status, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders.
• Ensure continuous monitoring of project performance and implement corrective actions to meet defined objectives.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and provide timely solutions.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Excel

ERP Systems

Communication

Multitasking

Independence

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Excel

ERP Systems

Job description

Description

The Operations Specialist plays a key role in ensuring smooth, efficient, and compliant business operations. This role involves analyzing workflows, optimizing processes, coordinating cross-functional activities, and supporting operational excellence (OPX) initiatives to meet organizational goals.

• Support the implementation of new systems, tools, and operational procedures.
• Track, analyze, and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to productivity, efficiency, downtime, cost, and quality to support project decision-making.
• Lead root cause analysis initiatives using structured problem‑solving methodologies and manage corrective action projects to address process and performance gaps.
• Conduct analytical studies such as cycle time analysis, process capability analysis, and workflow assessments to support project recommendations.
• Develop standardized project documentation, including process maps, operating procedures, project plans, and improvement roadmaps.
• Coordinate cross‑functional project teams to ensure timely execution of initiatives, risk mitigation, and alignment with lean and operational excellence principles.
• Support supply chain coordination projects for selected parts to ensure continuity of operations and project deliverables.
• Manage cost‑reduction, waste elimination, and throughput‑improvement projects from initiation through implementation and closure.
• Develop and maintain project dashboards, reports, and visual management tools to communicate project status, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders.
• Ensure continuous monitoring of project performance and implement corrective actions to meet defined objectives.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and provide timely solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and business software (e.g., Excel, ERP systems).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).
• Knowledge of project management principles.
• Familiarity with operational compliance and risk management.

Work Environment

• Full‑time position with occasional extended hours during peak periods.
• May require limited travel for training, audits, or cross‑site coordination.