Job Description
Continuous Improvement Intern
Pharmaceutical manufacturing plant has an exciting opportunity for a Continuous Improvement Intern to join their team. Contract to Hire opportunity! Excellent benefits when hired on!
Summary :
Reporting to the Continuous Improvement Specialist, the role is designed to support Operational & Business Excellence at our Bethlehem site. This role is ideal for a recent grad with technical savvy, and who is a proficient problem-solver. The role will interact daily with cross functional stakeholders.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
- Identifies cost reduction and process improvement opportunities to ensure efficiency of operations and cost effectiveness
- Develop and deliver meaningful communications and updates regarding projects and initiatives including progress, risks, issues, mitigation plans, and timelines
- Assist in creating training materials, such as micro-learning videos or job aids, to support the adoption of new processes.
Key Competencies (knowledge, skills and abilities every person must possess to be successful)
Strong data analytical skillsCritical Thinking — using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problemsExcellent customer service skills and professional demeanor at all times to interface effectively with all internal and external customersExcellent verbal and written communication skillsCreative and able to present various solutionsEnergetic, enthusiastic and motivational dispositionGeneral Oversight and Direction :
Receives significant and continuous supervision and training from multiple employees, with the Continuous Improvement Specialist being the main source of guidance and development.Employee organizes and carries out most assignments in accordance with standard practices, instructions or previous training. Employee handles some situations independently.