Site Operations: Operational Excellence Leader

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd in Opelika, Alabama, seeks a leader for all processes related to continuous improvement and cost savings projects. The successful candidate will own the site’s improvement roadmap, lead Lean roll-outs, and manage operational strategies.

Applicants should have a degree in supply chain or related field, green belt certification, and 2-3 years of relevant experience. The role offers a salary range of $78,000 to $128,000, depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Green belt or higher experience with Lean and/or Six Sigma is required.
• Two to three years of post‑collegiate work experience minimum.
• Prefer experience in consumer product goods (CPG) or high‑speed manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Owns the site’s continuous improvement roadmap.
• Models expected behavior and creates a vision.
• Leads roll-out of Lean-based tools.
• Manages project and change management strategies.

Skills

Lean Systems Green Belt skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Ability to manage via influence

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Four-year degree in supply chain, engineering, accounting, or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Power BI

ERP systems (JDE or Oracle)

Job description

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd in Opelika, Alabama, seeks a leader for all processes related to continuous improvement and cost savings projects. The successful candidate will own the site’s improvement roadmap, lead Lean roll-outs, and manage operational strategies.

Applicants should have a degree in supply chain or related field, green belt certification, and 2-3 years of relevant experience. The role offers a salary range of $78,000 to $128,000, depending on qualifications.