PPI Business System Specialist III

6 months ago


Mississauga, Canada Thermo Fisher Scientific Full time

Summary:

The PPI Specialist III will drive the implementation of Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Practical Process Improvement (PPI) Business System within the site. The PPI Specialist III works closely with site and business leadership to mature PPI coaching tools to drive a problem-solving and continuous improvement culture. The position partners with Site and Functional teams to facilitate kaizens that improve performance results, and develops PPI capability at various levels through training,qualification and coaching.

Essential Functions:

Operational Excellence Projects 

Analyzes/defines operational opportunities primarily within site operations by conducting detailed operational, value stream and financial analyses, interviewing key personnel, and observing operations.

Builds specific proposals for operational improvement projects to senior management, including basic cost-benefit analysis, based on assessment of opportunities.

Directly leads and/or runs approved operational improvement projects, ensuring projects achieve desired objectives.

Maintains projects on time and budget, leads expectations and risk, and ensures post-implementation benefits are realized.

Calculates savings realized through projects, working with Finance and Project sponsors to achieve agreed final financial impact of project.

Provides’mentoring and support to project leads and PPI Specialists I and II

Operational Excellence Program 

Supports the development of an operational excellence culture by using the various methodologies and tools such as: lean manufacturing, six sigma, pull manufacturing, total productive maintenance, waste reduction in scrap, cycle time, Work in Progress (WIP), scrap, labourutilization.

Establishes relationships withsite leaders to understand their business objectives, priorities, and develop supporting improvement initiatives.

Develops a deep understanding of sitemanufacturing capabilities and processes.

Stays apprisedof new developments in business process improvement methodology and best practices, including learning from other Thermo Fisher Scientificsites, market leaders and industries.

Acts as an internal consultant for sharing and implementation of operational excellence best practices within the site.

Assists in the education and training of site staff, including the shop floor level, on operational excellence principles.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited higher learning institution with studies in Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Operations is highly preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:

Experience in the pharmaceutical, food or cosmetic industry and/or Lean manufacturing principles is preferredor an equivalent combination experience.

Minimum 3years experience executing operational excellence initiatives or continuous improvement projects

Experience in the following tools is preferred:

Value stream mapping, visual management/5S, Kanban, standard work, metric boards, Gemba, stand-up meetings, and project funnel development.

Preferred skills in Microsoft Office suite, Smartsheet, Power BI, mini-tab, programming or other relevant data analytical tools.

Project management hands-on experience in managing cross functional projects or changes throughout all levels of businessan asset.


Equivalency :

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills. Exceptionalinterpersonal skills – verbal, written, presentation. Exceptional organizational skills. Ability to meet deadlines and to lead multiple projects and tasks while training and mentoring others. Exceptional partnership skills. Ability to work with and influence a wide range of levels in the organization - from executive level to associate level. Ability to establish positive working relationships in a global, international organization. Ability to think and work at a “strategic” level as well as at a “project” level. Ability to drive and influence change and to lead without authority.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Demonstrated commitment to our 4i Values. Expert level proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Proficiency with the English Language.

Standards and Expectations:

Follow all Environmental Health & Safety Policies and Procedures. Work collaboratively with fellow team members, modelling positive team principles and partnering to meet project and departmental objectives. Carry out all duties within strict compliance to Patheon quality systems SOP's and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). Maintain workspace in a clean and orderly fashion. Actively engage in and adhere to departmental systems tomaintain a smooth and efficient workflow (visual management, scheduling systems, etc.). Be client and patient conscious at all times.Understand Key Performance Indicators and strive to improve the performance of the team by identifying areas for system improvements and engage in problem solving. Models positive thinking and is open to change, motivating the team to adapt to shifts in priorities and new ways of working. Proactively identify areas for improvement in the execution of procedures. Communicate risks to timelines in a proactive manner. Consistently strives to improve skills and knowledge in related field.

Physical Requirements: 

Light physical effort and fatigue. Walks, sits or stands for limited periods. May require occasional equipment operation including keyboard equipment. Lifts light items for limited duration. Typically located in a comfortable indoor area. There may be regular exposure to mild physical discomfort from factors such as dust, fumes or odors, temperature extremes, loud noise, strong drafts, or bright lights. Use of Personal Protective equipment may be required and may include any of the following: safety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat, gloves, hair net, beard cover, safety apron, respirator on occasionally.



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