Senior Operational Excellence Engineer

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Job Title:

Senior Operational Excellence Engineer

Pay Grade:

T4

Job Description:

Primary Purpose of Role:

The Senior Operational Excellence Engineer is a champion for implementation of Operational Excellence (OE), Allison Transmission's operating methodology that utilizes standardized practices to ensure lean, efficient, cost-effective and reliable operations. They also champion implementation of a Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program, a component of OE, to drive continuous improvement in operational and maintenance metrics across the site. This individual leads and influences a medium to large group of employees (OE Pillar Teams) involved in OE and TPM initiatives, including mostly dotted-line and indirect reports. The position includes leadership, consulting, influencing, planning and directing the OE and TPM Program implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Focus will include implementation and execution of the Allison Transmission Operational Excellence system.
• Facilitates, assists, and develops Operational Excellence and Total Preventative Maintenance related floor operations and removes barriers for employees to meet measurable objectives.
• Participates in the training and development of Operations employees on Operational Excellence pillars.
• Works with company leadership on implementing standards across Operations.
• Follows the terms of the labor agreement and adheres to company policy.
• Frequent contact with others outside the work group
• Keeps management informed of developments as they occur.

 Key Performance Measures

• Safety
• Productivity
• Quality
• Responsiveness
• Cost

Competencies & Behaviors:

• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing Principles and application in manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Knowledge and application of problem-solving tools such as 8D's
• Knowledge and implementation of Total Productive Maintenance or similar reliability or continuous improvement program.
• Oral and written communication skills; able to communicate effectively in cross-functional environments
• Comfortable presenting across the business, including to senior leadership
•  Analytical ability for solving complex problems.
•  Ability to work effectively with others, motivate employees and elicit work output.
•  Knowledge of safety and environmental practices.
•  Knowledge of quality control procedures and systems.
•  Strong computer skills.
•  Ability to adapt to changes in responsibility based on business needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively lead, motivate and facilitate others in group setting.    
• Collaboration in a variety of work settings. 
• Proficient in the Plan, Do, Check, Act problem solving tool.
• Ability to organize, plan, document tasks, and prioritize work.

Qualifications

Required:

• Education Requirement: Bachelor Degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Preferred:

• TPM Certification; Master Black Belt, Shainin Red X

Experience

Required:

• 7+ years' experience in role within manufacturing operations

Preferred:

• 7+ years' experience in role within manufacturing operations
• Manufacturing experience in heavy machining and assembly operations

Scope

• Fully seasoned professional role: Has extensive experience in a field of study that are accountable for enterprise-wide projects and/or processes.
• Frequently interacts with leadership up direct management chain and direct team members. Occasionally interacts with peers within broader function or across functions.
• Has advanced and specialized expertise, typically developed through a combination of job-related training and considerable on-the-job experience.
• Routinely exercises project leadership over complex projects, trains other professionals, or serves as a specialized subject matter expert.
• Proactively identifies, defines, and solves the most complex problems that impact the management and direction of the business.
• Works autonomously within established procedures and practices.
• Acts as a lead, coordinating the work of others but is not a supervisor.
• Interprets internal or external business issues and recommends solutions / best practices.
• Work may impact across multiple cross functional teams and influences management decisions with medium term risk associated with outcomes

Travel Requirements

• Less than 5% travel required.

Primary Location:

Indianapolis, IN

Additional Locations:

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

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