The production site (PU) Friedberg is a highly automated plant producing more than 200 million units of standard solutions and infusion solutions per year.
In order to transform the complex production environment towards excellence, we are looking for a specialist in OPEX (Operational Excellence). In this position, you will be responsible for all OPEX initiatives at the site, be part of the site leadership team and report directly to plant management.
Development and implementation of the OPEX strategy "Kabi Excellence" in line with global strategic goals
Coordinate and execute OPEX transformation programs in line with the site's efficiency strategy
Identify improvements together with the technical expert teams, perform analysis and support the development of improvement roadmaps - Diagnose, design and develop tactical implementation plans (TIPs)
Derive motivating but challenging team objectives in line with site targets
Monitoring results and key performance indicators (e.g. financials)
Support the development of transformation skills and mindset at the site (using internal Kabi Excellence methodologies)
Implementation of global OPEX standards at the site. This includes responsibility for parts of the operating system, development of standards and administration of OPEX processes, e.g. maintenance of the OPEX SharePoint platform
Regular communication of the status of OPEX initiatives to the site teams
Completed studies in a technical or economic field, e.g. natural sciences, pharmacy or comparable
Sound training in Lean / Six Sigma with experience in operational excellence transformation and process optimization projects, ideally with black belt level
Strong business understanding to combine strategic perspectives with strong project management and identify the levers for the success of the site
Several years of practical experience in technical operations, operational excellence, organizational development or similar functions within a production site
Experience in site diagnostics as well as in developing improvement roadmaps based on bottom-up transformation methodologies and practices
Technical expertise combined with leadership skills; proven experience in motivating teams and driving improvement
Experience in working with global teams and proven ability to implement cost reductions and process and organizational improvements
Very good written and spoken German and English skills
Desirable: Experience in a cGMP regulated production environment
We offer you a challenging working environment with excellent development prospects.
Your advantages with us:
Employer-funded pension scheme and accident insurance
Free employee parking spaces
Exclusive employee discounts
Modern canteen with meal allowance
Comprehensive occupational medical care and health services
In addition, numerous benefits and the security of a company bound by collective agreements
If you are a dedicated and experienced professional in the field of Operational Excellence, want to make a decisive contribution and are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we invite you to take the next step in your career and apply now!
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At Fresenius, we are convinced that combining different perspectives, opinions, experiences, cultures and values enables us to harness the potential that will make us even more successful. All job applicants are welcome.
All terms used in this job advertisement to denote persons refer to all genders equally.
When it’s not just a job, but your calling. When you have an impact on people’s lives every day. When you can’t imagine doing something else. Then you know it’s Fresenius.