Sr. Specialist, Continuous Improvement

Oxoid Remel Microbiology; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxoid Remel Microbiology, now under Astorg ownership, is seeking a Senior PPI Business System Specialist to drive Practical Process Improvement across the organization. You’ll collaborate with site and business leadership to build a culture of continuous improvement that enables profitable growth, improves quality, and enhances customer and employee experience.

In this role you’ll implement lean management systems, facilitate kaizen events, apply structured problem-solving, and mentor teams to

Qualifications

• Advanced degree plus 6 years in CI in manufacturing/pharma.
• Bachelor's degree plus 8 years in CI in manufacturing/pharma.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred.
• PMP or equivalent PM certification desirable.
• Experience with value stream mapping, 5S, standard work, visual management.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and project management skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Project.
• GMP/regulated environments experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.
• Fluency in English; other languages beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional initiatives to implement PPI tools.
• Facilitate kaizen events and lean projects.
• Mentor teams and develop capabilities in continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with site and business leadership to drive profitable growth.
• Analyze data to confirm savings and operational impact.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

PMP Certification

Value stream mapping

5S

Kaizen methodologies

Project management

Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

Project

Education

Advanced degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

Project

Job description

Workday ID: R-01359996
Joining our team, you’ll play an active part in helping to deliver meaningful impact. At Oxoid Remel Microbiology, acquired from Thermo Fisher Scientific, we play a crucial role in accurate identification and targeted treatment for diseases, ensuring food and beverage safety, and supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing integrity. Our products and services are designed to meet the highest standards of quality and performance, helping our customers achieve their objectives efficiently and effectively.

DESCRIPTION

Join us as a Senior PPI Business System Specialist, where you'll implement meaningful change through our Practical Process Improvement (PPI) Business System. In this role, you'll collaborate with site and business leadership to build a culture of continuous improvement that enables profitable growth, enhances quality, and improves both customer and employee experience. Working across the organization, you'll implement lean management systems, facilitate kaizen events, and apply structured problem-solving methodologies to optimize processes and reduce inefficiencies. You'll support operational excellence by guiding teams in the application of PPI tools while developing their capabilities through training and mentorship. Your expertise will help enhance operations, improve efficiency, and create sustainable process improvements that directly impact our mission. This position offers the opportunity to create meaningful impact by leading cross-functional initiatives and supporting a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.

REQUIREMENTS

• Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years of experience implementing continuous improvement programs in manufacturing, clinical, pharmaceutical or regulated environments
• Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Science, Operations, Business or related field
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred
• PMP or equivalent project management certification desirable
• Demonstrated expertise in lean tools including value stream mapping, 5S, standard work, visual management, and kaizen methodologies
• Strong project management skills with proven experience leading complex cross-functional initiatives
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Project
• Excellent financial acumen with ability to evaluate and validate project savings
• Strong communication and presentation skills with ability to connect at all organizational levels
• Experience guiding and mentoring teams in continuous improvement methodologies
• Demonstrated success in supporting organizational change
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities using data-driven approaches
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across functions
• Strong relationship-building skills with demonstrated ability to build trust
• Experience in GMP/regulated environments preferred
• Ability to travel up to 10% as needed to support multiple sites
• Fluency in English required; additional languages beneficial for international roles

This is an exciting time to join us as we continue to build on more than 100 years of microbiology excellence. With a broad portfolio of instruments, services, and global resources, we’re steadfast in our commitment to helping you succeed. Together, we can cultivate a thriving microbiology culture that supports you today, tomorrow, and for life. Oxoid Remel Microbiology, acquired from Thermo Fisher Scientific, is now under the ownership of Astorg, a leading private equity firm with deep healthcare sector expertise and proven track record in diagnostics. With the continuity of trusted brands, established expertise and a long-standing reputation in microbiology, we’re looking for talented people to join us as we enter our next chapter of growth. Come and be part of what’s next for our company.