Operations Excellence Specialist - Senior

DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage Operational Excellence projects from inception to completion, including planning, execution, and performance tracking.

• Facilitate project planning sessions with stakeholders to define scope, objectives, and performance goals.

• Apply continuous improvement tools and Cummins Operating standards to drive manufacturing excellence on shop floor.

• Identify and mitigate project risks using quality tools and cross-functional collaboration.

• Coach and guide team members through project stages, providing developmental feedback and support.

• Coordinate with global business and functional leaders to set plant maturity goals and execute improvement roadmaps.

• Lead cross-functional improvement initiatives and complex manufacturing problem-solving.

• Share learnings across teams and contribute to the development of subject-matter expertise within the plant.

• Champion continuous and step-change improvement efforts aligned with customer and business needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Competencies:

Action oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.

Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

Customer focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.

Drives engagement - Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.

Manages ambiguity - Operating effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear.

Manages complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

Manages conflict - Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.

Optimizes work processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Situational adaptability - Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Continuous Process Improvement - Recognizes areas in which a process can be improved by properly implementing process improvement and waste reduction methodologies to reduce process cost and improve quality in current manufacturing processes.

Values differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

Education, Licenses, Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field; equivalent practical experience may be considered.

Relevant certifications in Lean, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement methodologies are a plus.

• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Experience:

Intermediate level of relevant work experience, including manufacturing or manufacturing plant experience, team leadership experience, preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• Demonstrated experience in leading teams and managing cross-functional projects.

• Proven track record of applying continuous improvement tools and methodologies.

Skills

• Strong project management and facilitation skills.

• Deep understanding of continuous improvement tools (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, etc.).

• Ability to influence and coach stakeholders at all levels.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Analytical mindset with a focus on measurable outcomes.

• Proficiency in using quality tools and data-driven decision-making.

Job Manufacturing

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

ReqID 2421634

Relocation Package Yes