Sr. Operational Excellence Engineer

Company Description

At Intuitive, we are united behind our mission: we believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, we expand the potential of physicians to heal without constraints.

As a pioneer and market leader in robotic-assisted surgery, we strive to foster an inclusive and diverse team, committed to making a difference. For more than 25 years, we have worked with hospitals and care teams around the world to help solve some of healthcare's hardest challenges and advance what is possible.

Intuitive has been built by the efforts of great people from diverse backgrounds. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere. We strive to foster an inclusive culture built around diversity of thought and mutual respect. We lead with inclusion and empower our team members to do their best work as their most authentic selves.

Passionate people who want to make a difference drive our culture. Our team members are grounded in integrity, have a strong capacity to learn, the energy to get things done, and bring diverse, real world experiences to help us think in new ways. We actively invest in our team members to support their long-term growth so they can continue to advance our mission and achieve their highest potential.

Join a team committed to taking big leaps forward for a global community of healthcare professionals and their patients. Together, let's advance the world of minimally invasive care.

Job Description

Primary Function of Position 

• To foster a culture of continuous improvement throughout the Site.
• This role will report to the Site Continuous Improvement Manager and lead collaborations on the creation and deployment of Continuous Improvement programs, principles, methodologies, and tools.
• The scope of this role is Site-wide, and it includes overseeing and managing the Lean Six Sigma program within the site, enhancing ongoing governance, measures, developing and enhancing continuous improvement training, coaching, and mentoring.

Essential Job Duties 

• Facilitates the spread of a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization
• Responsible of development and manages the Lean Six Sigma program roadmap, aligning projects with organizational objectives and strategic priorities.
• Coordinates and leads the Lean Six Sigma programs, ensuring effective execution and delivery of measurable results.
• Serves as a key point of contact for all Lean Six Sigma efforts within the organization, collaborating with executives and stakeholders.
• Train, mentor, and coach project teams, including Green Belts and other Six Sigma practitioners, in Lean Six Sigma methodologies and tools.
• Promote awareness and engagement in Lean Six Sigma practices within the Site.
• Ensures the integration of Lean and Six Sigma principles in project execution to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.
• Maintain compliance with industry standards, company policies and the IPS (Intuitive Production System) in all program activities.
• Coordinates and facilitates the Policy Deployment (Hoshin Kanri) process within Mexicali, from goals and strategy definition up to progression reviews.
• Guide and assess Leadership -as needed- to improve their continuous improvement skills (including strategic planning) and their understanding of the Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Design, implement, monitor, train and sustain specific Lean/Six Sigma systems and methodologies within the Site.
• Performs other duties related to Operational Excellence as needed or required.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience 

• Subject matter expert on Six Sigma: Principles, Methods, Tools.
• Knowledge transfer to colleagues and team members. Able to effectively Train, Mentor, and Coach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Serves as a thought leader for the organization and provides change leadership to promote a culture of continuous improvement.
• Effectively collaborates while deferring to expertise in workgroups, project teams, and on improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrates accountability, effectively builds trust, and develops positive relationships across the organization.
• Follow through on commitments and communicate updates or issues to stakeholders throughout the organization.
• 10 years of experience implementing the Lean/Six Sigma principles in both manufacturing and business environments.
• Proven track record of implementing successful Lean Six Sigma projects in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, or other industries.

Required Education and Training 

• Professional Career (Engineering or Business disciplines are preferred; Master degree is desirable).
• Lean Six Sigma Blackbelt Certified by an accredited body or equivalent.
  e.g., ASQ is a must.
• +90% English.

Working Conditions 

• US Visa required.

Preferred Skills and Experience 

• Lean Champion and/or LSS Master Black Belt certifications or equivalent preparation is highly desirable.
• APICS Certification is a plus.
• Project management (PMP certification is a plus)
• Advanced experience in Management of Change.
• Advanced experience with Minitab.

Additional Information

Intuitive es un empleador que brinda igualdad de oportunidades de empleo. Proporcionamos igualdad de oportunidades de empleo a todos los solicitantes y empleados cualificados, y prohibimos cualquier tipo de discriminación y acoso, independientemente de su raza, sexo, condición de embarazo, orientación sexual, identidad de género, origen nacional, color, edad, religión, condición de veterano protegido o de discapacidad, información genética o cualquier otra condición protegida por las leyes federales, estatales o locales aplicables.