The Operational Excellence Program Manager is responsible for analyzing and improving performance in operations. This takes the form of leading, developing and implementing systems and processes collaborating with various departments and leading cross functional teams, to achieve set objectives and goals.

• Leads Operational Excellence Program and COGS/box improvement at the site.  Coordinates all activities related to program success.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and implement process improvements to reduce operational costs.
• Create, implement and run Operational Excellence Program
• Create a 3-year, 5-year and annual site cost reduction plan, in conjunction with functional departments and finance to meet established goals and objectives  
• Collaborate with colleagues, internal stakeholders and teams across sites to align on opportunities and improvement plans, find synergies and enhance Operational Excellence at a global level.
• Develop and implement strategies that focus on continuous improvement by partnering with various teams within Operations, including Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Production, QC and Quality department, to understand process issues and identify areas for improvement.
• Map inputs and outputs of stated processes to identify and propose ways to enhance efficiency, reduce cost and increase ease of unit operations.
• Plan, schedule, facilitate and implement continuous improvement events with work center teams to drive self-sustaining continuous improvement practices and culture.
• Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement of equipment and process in order to minimize downtime, turnaround time and reduce waste while maintaining the highest standard of quality.
• Analyze, assess and report KPIs (ie. OEE, yield, scrap and deviation data from unit operations).
• Identify opportunities to improve performance and KPI results, in areas of efficiency, productivity, quality
• Drives OEE improvements through process improvements and waste reduction, using lean principles, methods and tools.
• Develop, Implement, monitor and improve daily, weekly and monthly performance communication processes (Daily floor meeting, visual boards, weekly performance reporting and review)
• Adjust and improve process and documents including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Process Flow Diagrams, Batch Records and crewing sheets to align best practices.
• Organize, implement and maintain production process flow to maximize KPI performance and minimize space usage.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement by designing, implementing including cadences, action planning, metrics review and reporting of continuous improvement initiatives.
• Utilize statistical tools to characterize processes for operational excellence.
• Establish and maintain standard production cycle times based on existing/new studies to support capacity planning and resource allocation.
• Apply LEAN methodology (i.e. 5S, A3, Gemba, Kaizen, PDCA, SMED, VSM, etc.) to all related projects/activities when appropriate for operational excellence.
• Maintains a high level of pharmaceutical compliance and regulatory safety in all aspects of work.
• Perform any other duties assigned.

Education

• Bachelor Degree, Engineering, Science, Business Administration is a requirement. 
• Masters in Manufacturing or Operations Management an asset.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of related experience in continuous improvement role in high speed manufacturing environment.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Project Management certification is an asset
• Demonstrated results in a Lean Manufacturing environment
• Strong ability to lead, work and communicate effectively with cross functional teams within a manufacturing setting.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrates initiative, problem solver, team player and self-motivated
• Has the ability to lead and take ownership on systems and projects
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project Management Software

What we offer

• Excellent compensation/benefits package.
• Bonus and reward programs
• Discounted gym memberships
• Programs supporting work life balance
• Employee recognition program
• Professional and personal development programs
• social events and spirit days

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and thank all applicants in advance; however, we will be corresponding only with those selected for an interview.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process.

Recruitment Fraud – please be aware of recruitment fraud. Novocol Pharmaceutical of Canada Inc. will never ask for banking information, money or any personal information up front. We will only respond to official applications submitted through our careers site.  In addition, we will only use official corporate e-mail addresses (septodont.com or novocolpharma.com) to communicate with applicants. Should you be contacted without submitting an application, please delete the message and advise your e-mail provider.

Internal Job Posting Grade 11. The due date for internal applicants to apply for this role is Friday August 2, 2024.