Specialist- Manufacturing (Continuous Improvement)

Initial Therapeutics, Inc.; New Albany (OH); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings plan

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Discretionary annual bonus

Flexible work model

Stock-based incentives

Job summary

Amgen is seeking a Specialist- Manufacturing (Continuous Improvement) to support manufacturing/quality systems, driving Lean Six Sigma initiatives and data-driven improvements. You will lead cross-functional teams, apply Kaizen and root cause analysis, and craft visual data stories with Tableau/Smartsheet/Spotfire to boost quality and efficiency.

The role emphasizes collaboration across operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain, with training and mentoring to grow Lean Six Sigma

Qualifications

• Experience applying Lean Six Sigma in pharma/manufacturing.
• Proficiency with Tableau, Smartsheet, or Spotfire.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Own development and implementation of comprehensive continuous improvement strategies aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
• Find opportunities for process optimization, waste reduction, and cost savings within the manufacturing environment.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma principles, tools, and techniques to analyze processes, identify root causes of inefficiencies, and develop data-driven solutions.
• Drive projects to improve quality, efficiency, and cycle times while reducing defects and variation.
• Form and lead cross-functional teams to implement improvement projects and initiatives.
• Experience in crafting visual representations of data using tools like Tableau, Smartsheet, Spotfire reports, charts and graphs to optimally communicate findings.
• Collaborate with various departments including operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain to achieve project objectives.
• Provide training and mentorship to employees at all levels on Lean Six Sigma concepts, methodologies, and tools.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by promoting awareness and engagement among team members.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the efficiency of improvement initiatives.
• Conduct regular analysis and reporting on project progress, performance metrics, and return on investment.
• Effectively manage change by facilitating communication, addressing resistance, and promoting acceptance of new processes and methodologies.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Root cause analysis

Kaizen

Scrum methodology

Data analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Process optimization

Training and mentorship

Communication

Education

Doctorate degree

Masters degree + 2 years in Manufacturing, Packaging or Quality experience in pharmaceutical, medical device or biotechnology companies

Bachelor's degree + 4 years in Manufacturing, Packaging or Quality experience in pharmaceutical, medical device or biotechnology companies

Associates degree + 8 years in Manufacturing, Packaging or Quality experience in pharmaceutical, medical device or biotechnology companies

High school diploma / GED + 10 years in Manufacturing, Packaging or Quality experience in pharmaceutical, medical device or biotechnology companies

Tools

Tableau

Smartsheet

Spotfire

Job description

Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.

Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, youll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Specialist- Manufacturing (Continuous Improvement)

What you will do

Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this role will support the manufacturing/quality systems through growing capacity, with a focus on driving LEAN & Six Sigma principles, such as kaizen, root cause analysis, Scrum methodology, procedures, training, risk assessments, and data analytics. They will apply process, operational, scientific expertise, basic compliance knowledge, and analytical and troubleshooting skills to support manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities may include:

• Owning the development and implementation of comprehensive continuous improvement strategies aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
• Find opportunities for process optimization, waste reduction, and cost savings within the manufacturing environment.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma principles, tools, and techniques to analyze processes, identify root causes of inefficiencies, and develop data-driven solutions.
• Drive projects to improve quality, efficiency, and cycle times while reducing defects and variation.
• Form and lead cross-functional teams to implement improvement projects and initiatives.
• Experience in crafting visual representations of data using tools like Tableau, Smartsheet, Spotfire reports, charts and graphs to optimally communicate findings.
• Collaborate with various departments including operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain to achieve project objectives.
• Provide training and mentorship to employees at all levels on Lean Six Sigma concepts, methodologies, and tools.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by promoting awareness and engagement among team members.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the efficiency of improvement initiatives.
• Conduct regular analysis and reporting on project progress, performance metrics, and return on investment.
• Effectively manage change by facilitating communication, addressing resistance, and promoting acceptance of new processes and methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and industry best practices related to operational excellence and quality management.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The manufacturing professional we seek will possess these qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

Doctorate degree

OR

Masters degree and 2 years in Manufacturing, Packaging or Quality experience in pharmaceutical, medical device or biotechnology companies

Or

Bachelors degree and 4 years in Manufacturing, Packaging or Quality experience in pharmaceutical, medical device or biotechnology companies

Or

Associates degree and 8 years in Manufacturing, Packaging or Quality experience in pharmaceutical, medical device or biotechnology companies

Or

High school diploma / GED and 10 years in Manufacturing, Packaging or Quality experience in pharmaceutical, medical device or biotechnology companies

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, well support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts

• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan

• Stock-based long-term incentives

• Award-winning time-off plans

• Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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