Specialist II, Process Focus Team

Hikma Pharmaceuticals; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO) 20 days

11 company paid holidays

Health, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. in Columbus, OH, is seeking a Specialist II, Process Focus Team to lead and mentor cross-functional process-improvement initiatives within the Columbus Generics Site.

The role requires green belt Six Sigma and knowledge of lean manufacturing to drive value stream improvements aligned with site strategy. The successful candidate will identify opportunities, define performance metrics, and communicate benefits to stakeholders while coaching project teams and ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business field and 1–3 years in process improvement or 6–8 years in pharmaceutical industry.
• Green belt Six Sigma certification is required within the first year.
• Experience in lean manufacturing and data-driven problem solving is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional process improvement initiatives and teams.
• Identify opportunities and implement strategic solutions aligned with site strategy.
• Define and track KPI performance; quantify and communicate improvements and benefits.
• Mentor and coach project teams across functions.
• Ensure sustainability and scaling of process improvements at Columbus site.

Skills

Process improvement

Data analysis

Project management

Team facilitation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in technical or business field

Green belt Six Sigma certification

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Database software

Presentation software

Project management tools

Job description

Job Title: Specialist II, Process Focus Team

Location: Columbus, OH

Job Type: Full time

Req ID: 10914

About Us

As a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of essential medicines, Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. and its affiliates’ mission is to bring Better Health. Within Reach. Every Day.® for millions of patients around the world. We are a trusted, reliable partner and dependable source of over 800 high-quality generic, specialty and branded pharmaceutical products that hospitals, physicians and pharmacists need to treat their patients across North America, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe. Through our 32 manufacturing plants, eight R&D centers, and 9,500+ employees worldwide, we are always hard at work creating high-quality medicines and making them accessible to the people who need them.

Description

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are seeking a talented and motivated Specialist II, Process Focus Team to join our team.

In this role, you will be responsible for the Process Focus Team will be actively involved in leading, coaching and mentoring activities (such as project teams, kaizen events, value stream mapping etc.) based on priorities. Each project must be aligned with the Columbus Generics Site Strategy and support corporate LSP strategies. These activities will be cross functional in nature. This person will be actively involved in identifying, leading and implementing process improvement projects. This person should meet the criteria for green belts certification in Six Sigma and demonstrate knowledge of lean manufacturing and process improvement

Key Responsibilities

• Regular and predictable onsite attendance and punctuality.
• Identify opportunities and implement strategic solutions aligned with Site Metrics, Business Objectives and Site Strategy.
• Lead and facilitate cross functional process improvement initiatives/teams.
• Facilitate the implementation/sustainability of cross functional improvements.
• Define/track performance for key KPI’s. Clearly quantify/communicate improvement targets/benefits, both theoretical and actual.
• Communicate identified opportunities, current project(s), implemented improvements and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or business-related discipline relating to process analysis/improvement and 1-3 years of work experience relating to process analysis/improvement or 6-8 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, process analysis/improvement or project management.
• 1-3 years’ experience in an industrial environment, preferably pharmaceutical, with demonstrated experience in technical, compliance, production or supply chain environments.
• Demonstrated ability to: Define a problem. Determine Cost Analysis and Benefits Case. Identify and utilize resources to drive process improvements. Collect, statistically analyze and interpret data. Establish corrective and preventative actions. Implement improvements of medium to high complexity.
• Demonstrated experience in project management (will consider experience within functional area).
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate and/or be an active participant on teams.
• A minimum of green belt Six Sigma certification. (To be attained during first year on the job).
• Knowledge of lean Manufacturing and other techniques to implement process improvements.
• Proficient in spreadsheet (report formatting, graphing, formula a calculation generation), database, presentation and project management tools.
• Strong technical business writing and oral communication skills.

What We Offer

• Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential
• Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution rate of 4% of eligible pay. Hikma will match 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay that you contribute
• A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date). Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries
• 3 personal days (prorated based on hire date)
• 11 company paid holidays
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits
• Employee discount program
• Wellbeing rewards program
• Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority
• Career advancement and growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and depend on the job classification, role, and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change as well as specific plan or program terms.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.