Job Title: Operational Excellence Manager
We are seeking an experienced Operational Excellence Manager to join our team at a leading medical device company in Galway.
* This role is responsible for leading all aspects of the Operational Excellence program.
* The ideal candidate will provide leadership and foster cross-functional teamwork to exceed Operational Excellence targets.
About the Role
This position involves:
* Leading the annual cost reduction project (IMPACT) to deliver planned year-on-year savings.
* Continuously improving the skills and behaviors of everyone in the organization through training, coaching, and mentoring in Lean Operations.
* Ensuring that the continuous improvement team has the required capabilities and competencies.
* Maintaining a positive team atmosphere and resolving people management issues effectively.
* Implementing changes in compliance with QMS (ISO13485/FDA) and OH&S, Environmental and Energy Management Systems (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 50001).
* Contributing to continual improvement activities of EHS and Energy Management systems.
* Ensuring compliance with all EHS requirements for health and safety.
* Considering EHS requirements before implementing change to identify potential hazards or risks.
* Ensuring compliance with all Quality Management System requirements.
Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, or related field.
* Qualification in Lean Operations (MSc, Black Belt, or equivalent).
* A minimum of ten years of progressive experience with medical device manufacturing in an engineering and production environment.
* Five or more years in a leadership position leading operations excellence implementation.
* Experience leading and developing cross-functional teams and organizational talent.
* Experience in metric-driven culture.
* Knowledge of ISO standards including ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.
* Thorough knowledge of lean operations principles and practices.
* Thorough knowledge of six sigma practices.
* Demonstrated initiative and leadership skills.
* Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
* Trustworthy, discrete, and high personal integrity.
* Technical ability and acumen.
* Attention to detail.
* Ability to work with limited supervision and lead a cross-functional team.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
* Ability to travel as required (20%).