Operational Excellence Specialist 2

Biomerics • Salt Lake City, UT

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About The Position

The OpEx Specialist 2 will work closely with cross-functional teams to monitor operations, identify and troubleshoot issues, and support the implementation of operational excellence strategies.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the medical device or regulated industries.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles (5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Tier Boards) is required. Six Sigma preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficient in data analysis, using software tools such as Excel, Minitab, or similar.
• Ability to utilize ERP systems to generate reports, pull operational data, etc.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring daily operations to ensure efficiency and adherence to quality standards.
• Support the implementation of Lean Manufacturing principles and process improvement methodologies, such as Kaizen, 5S and tier boards/primary visual displays to enhance production efficiency.
• Facilitate Kaizen Events with measurable improvements.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma methodology and ability to lead Six Sigma Projects.
• Work with cross-functional teams to identify inefficiencies, waste, or bottlenecks in the production process and suggest corrective actions.
• Assist in the development and rollout of improvement projects that align with Biomerics’ operational goals.
• Collect and analyze operational data to monitor process performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Generate reports on production efficiency, quality metrics, downtime, and other key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Assist in the development and delivery of training programs for employees related to operational excellence, process standards, and Lean techniques.
• Ensure that standard operating procedures (SOPs) are followed, and support efforts to standardize best practices across manufacturing lines and processes
• Adhere to and promote safety regulations, policies, and industry standards to ensure a safe working environment.
• Support the team in maintaining compliance with ISO standards, FDA regulations, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as required

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Holidays
• 401k

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level