Senior Operational Excellence Specialist

ABOUT US

Orchid's Arab site in northern Alabama is not far from Huntsville, rated #1 best place to live in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report 2022-2023. Arab is centrally located to world class recreation and attractions, as well as top-ranked schools and low cost of living. The Arab, AL site was established in 2007 and joined the Orchid team in 2012. Our 70,000 square foot facility employees approximately 200 team members. We focus primarily on advanced machining of complex instruments for the large joint, spine and trauma markets. Our key products are instruments, implants, and trials. A career at Orchid provides competitive benefits, the ability to take on new responsibilities, and learn and grow in your career.

SHIFT

A BRIEF OVERVIEW

The Operational Excellence Senior Specialist independently develops and executes lean efforts throughout the facility, supporting teams to achieve higher levels of performance and improving productivity. They identify and implement innovative process improvements that positively impact profitable growth, zero defects, and delivery.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Execute and independently implement Lean Daily Management practices.
• Serve as an interdepartmental liaison in problem investigation and solving, expediting the accurate and timely transfer of required information for assigned projects.
• Coordinate and execute assigned projects, developing detailed plans to accomplish goals and integrating technical activities.
• Confer with management, production, and sales staff to discuss project specifications and procedures for assigned initiatives.
• Support the implementation of policies, standards, and procedures for continuous improvement activities.
• Facilitate teams focused on equipment or process changes for improving manufacturing of products.
• Confer with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical support and information.
• Act as a proponent for Operational Excellence, managing manufacturing improvement activities in an open, enthusiastic, and positive manner, to encourage participation and development of a culture of continuous improvement at various levels.
• Identify, plan, and execute lean projects within the company, being mindful of H&S&E, cost benefits implications, and productivity impacts.
• Facilitate Kaizen and Lean events as needed across the sites.
• Review performance indicators (KPIs) for each area and identify projects to introduce improvements.
• Support the appraisal of global technology developments/advances that may be implemented to reduce manufacturing costs and improve process/product quality.
• Assist in the delivery of effective training and communication across and within departments with regards to Op Ex activities.
• Generate project documentation and specifications for assigned projects.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ Years of Lean Manufacturing Experience (Required)
• 2+ Years of Engineering Experience (Required)
• Experience in a FDA Regulated Environment (Preferred)
• Experience in the Orthopedic Industry (Preferred)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Lean Six Sigma (Preferred)

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS THAT ENABLE SUCCESS

• Lean Manufacturing - Working Experience
• Communication - Working Experience
• Manufacturing Safety - Working Experience
• Flexibility & Adaptability - Working Experience
• Managing Multiple Priorities - Working Experience
• Active Learning - Working Experience
• Problem Solving - Working Experience
• Organizational Change Management - Working Experience
• Manufacturing Process - Working Experience
• Manufacturing Trends & Directions - Working Experience
• Lean Assessment - Working Experience
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking - Working Experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Frequently
• Must be able to move about the inside of the building - Frequently
• Must be able to communicate and exchange information with others - Frequently
• Must be able to distinguish and detect information such as writing and defects - Constantly

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Opportunity to work in a growing company
• Ability to help people live a longer, more active life
• Comprehensive benefit package
• Ability to work in an organization that values:
  • Integrity First: We do the right thing
  • Teamwork: We are one Orchid
  • Results: Our results matter

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Candidates offered employment may be required to submit to a pre-employment background check and pre-employment drug-screening based on position requirements
• Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States through eVerify

At Orchid, we fully support a diverse and inclusive workplace and we are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, hair type, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions only pays fees for solicited presentations of job seekers submitted through our preferred vendor job board by recruiters, employment agencies, or other parties.