Execute productivity initiatives to deliver long-range strategic plan for Doors, working with internal and external resources.
Facilitate cross functional team collaboration to deliver improved results.
Challenge the status quo and be a change agent for the business.
Build capability of our operations to meet customer needs and replicate equipment and process standards across the network.
Work closely with operations, stable ops, and supply chain to identify opportunities and execute change effectively.
Educate stakeholders on the business value of strategic projects to create buy-in.
Drive effective best practice sharing and teamwork effectiveness across the Doors facilities.
Learn the door and door component manufacturing processes thoroughly, including externally supplied parts manufacturing.
Ensure that standard operating procedures exist to meet both the short term and long-term needs of the business.
Assist in the implementation of TPM standards as applicable.
Provide training to develop proficiency in key competencies.

BS in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or commensurate professional experience
MS or MBA a plus
5+ years of experience and demonstrated improvement project execution, preferably in high-volume manufacturing processes
5+ years of experience working in Operations Management, OpEx, or Continuous Improvement, or similar field
Proven track record in enhancing efficiency and profitability in multi-site manufacturing environment and identifying new opportunities to work more safely, efficiently, and with better quality
Clear view of the production process and how it integrates into the wider business strategy
Experience with one or more of the following: Furniture manufacturing, wood products manufacturing and/or woodworking processes, SMC/Fiberglass manufacturing, paper/pulp processing
Experience in discrete manufacturing processes, manual and automated assembly, finishing and packaging, etc.
Experience with Lean Six Sigma, TPS, Kaizen and/or other continuous improvement methodologies

Operations Excellence Engineer

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