Director of Continuous Improvement

Unique Opportunity

At Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., we provide an outstanding chance to lead the way in ongoing enhancement within our Single Use Technologies Division (SUD). As the Director of Continuous Improvement, you will have a crucial role in crafting and executing our top-notch Practical Process Improvement (PPI), Business System.

Responsibilities

Take charge of implementing the Continuous Improvement Business System in SUD

Collaborate with the Division's Leadership Team to determine ongoing priorities and manage timelines for key achievements

Ensure efficient business processes and identify central initiatives

Set up and enhance the Continuous Improvement System throughout the organization

Develop long-term plans using strategy deployment tools

Facilitate kaizen events to support teams in reaching their business goals and objectives

Recruit, manage, and develop direct and indirect reports

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, operations or business, with evidence of operational, leadership, or professional experience. (MBA a plus)

10+ years of operations / engineering experience

Proven track record in continuous improvement and process optimization in a large, matrixed corporation

Outstanding leadership and collaboration skills

Strong ability to manage timelines and prioritize initiatives effectively

Experience in strategy deployment and facilitating kaizen events

Ability to mentor and drive cultural transformation within the organization

Executive-level experience in a similar role, preferably within a scientific or technical environment

Be a part of our enthusiastic team committed to delivering flawless performance on every project. Your expertise will empower us to excel and seamlessly introduce innovative strategies throughout our department. Together, we will drive Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. to unparalleled success!