Senior Process Improver

Kenvue; Las Piedras (PR); On-site; USD 91,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefit Package

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Volunteer Time & More

Learning & Development Opportunities

Kenvuer Impact Networks

Job summary

Kenvue Inc. is seeking a Senior Process Improver to monitor and analyze data on business and quality trends, identifying improvement opportunities for processes and systems.

You will lead projects with champions and the CI Manager, chartering high-impact initiatives across PE/Six Sigma and Lean. The role requires leading complex projects, regulatory compliance, and strong communication with stakeholders; travel is possible to support site needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science and/or Engineering.
• Experience in process engineering, project management, process validation, manufacturing, process excellence or quality (6–8 years).
• Experience leading process excellence and/or lean manufacturing projects.
• Experience with solid dosage manufacturing under a regulated environment.
• Bilingual English/Spanish (oral and written).
• Knowledge of GMP, OSHA and related regulations.
• PM skills: negotiation, influencing and presentation; basic MS Office suite.
• Knowledge of Minitab and project management software.
• Process Excellence or Lean Green Belt certification (Black Belt desirable).
• Willingness to travel within Puerto Rico and beyond; ability to work extra hours and respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Leads cross-functional, multi-level teams to implement PE/Lean projects using Six Sigma and Lean tools.
• Applies Six Sigma/Lean principles and risk management in broad assignments.
• Provides training on process evaluation tools (Lean/Six Sigma, FMEA).
• Builds business cases, justifies opportunities, and presents to leadership.
• Acts as a change agent across functions.
• Complies with GMP, ISO, FDA, and internal policies.
• Leads high-impact PE Six Sigma and Lean projects.
• Monitors critical quality and business metrics and reports to plant staff.
• Coordinates with champions and CI Manager on high-impact projects.
• Reviews PE projects for proper tool usage; resources prioritization and recommendations.
• Analyzes quality and business data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Communicates project status to stakeholders, including executive management.
• Recycles materials following EH&S procedures.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Six Sigma/Lean principles

GMP/ISO/FDA knowledge

Project management and coordination

Lean tools & FMEA training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering

Tools

Minitab

Project management software

Job description

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:

Senior Process Improver

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information click here.

Role reports to

Make Excellence Cont Improvement Mngr

Location

North America, United States, Puerto Rico, Las Piedras

Work Location

Fully Onsite

What you will do

The Senior Process Improver is responsible for monitoring, analyzing data of business and quality trends to identify improvement opportunities for processes and systems. Lead/Work with champions and with the Make Excellence Continuous Improvement Manager, chartering and scoping high impact process, Process Excellence (PE) Six Sigma, and Lean projects.

Responsibilities

• Leads and guides cross functional, multilevel diverse technical teams, to assure projects are implemented using PE/Lean tools.
• Applies intensive and diversified knowledge of Six Sigma/DMAI2C/Lean principles and Risk Management practices in broad areas of assignments.
• Provides training and mentoring on tools for process evaluation and enhancement (Lean/Six Sigma, FMEA).
• Able to generate business cases, justify opportunities and present them to different levels of the organization.
• Acts as a change agent across functions.
• Understands business impact of his/her technical actions. Follows and observes all regulatory requirements (GMP's, ISO, FDA, internal policies) applicable to area of responsibility.
• Lead or supports very complex and high impact PE Six Sigma and LEAN Projects
• Monitor and review critical to quality and business measures and present them to the plant staff team.
• Work with champions and with the Make Excellence Continuous Improvement Manager, chartering and scooping high impact projects.
• Review PE Projects to assure the appropriate use of tools.
• Provide resource requirements, prioritization, and project recommendations.
• Reviews, analyze data of quality and business trends to identify improvement opportunities for processes and systems.
• Communicate project status updates to all stakeholders, including executive management, as needed.
• Dispose adequately recycling materials following the environmental, health and safety procedures to avoid increase in non-hazardous waste generation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science and/or Engineering.
• At least 6 to eight 8 years of experience within the following areas: process engineering, project management, process validation, manufacturing, process excellence and/or quality.
• Experience leading process excellence and/or lean manufacturing projects.
• Experience working with solid dosage manufacturing under a regulated environment.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish-oral and written).
• Knowledgeable in GMP, OSHA and other pharmaceutical industry applicable regulations.
• Project Management negotiation, influencing and presentation skills. Should have basic knowledge in Microsoft Office software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook).
• Knowledge in Minitab and a Project Management software is required.
• Process Excellence or Lean Green Belt certification required, or Black Belt certifications will be highly desirable.
• Able to travel in and outside of Puerto Rico. Able to work extra hours and to respond to emergency calls that require returning to the company after regular working hours of the business.
• Able to support other departments or projects according to business needs.

What’s in it for you

Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges: $90,950.00 - $128,400.00

This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.

• Competitive Benefit Package*
• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Kenvuer Impact Networks
• This list could vary based on location/region

*Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability, please check our Disability Assistance page for information on how to request an accommodation.