In this position the BPI specialist will be responsible for identifying projects and opportunity areas through the supply chain to significantly improve productivity in terms of process performance, capacity utilization, efficiency, cost, and development of new operational capabilities.
The candidate will have to lead different projects and initiatives applying lean manufacturing tools for waste elimination and productivity increases following the complete PDCA cycle and assuring sustainable results over time.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead multidisciplinary teams for application of systematic tools and analysis to identify process restrictions, opportunities to improve throughput, reduce cost, increase process efficiency, and improve capacity utilization.
- Review process performance, and present tools and options for efficient utilization of staff, equipment, raw materials and utilities.
- Lead continuous improvement actions and leverage best practices across operations to improve cost and efficiency.
- Develop and maintain scorecards with the main indicators of the process to track performance, productivity and benefits of the initiatives implemented.
Experience:
- Industrial Engineering degree (or similar)
- 2-5 years of experience applying lean manufacturing and process improvement tools.
- Leadership of multidisciplinary teams, action plan implementation, result verification and action standardization
- Knowledge of six sigma tools and systemic approach.
- Fluent in English
PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
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