Specialist II, Process Focus Team

Job Title: Specialist II, Process Focus Team

Location: Columbus, OH

Job Type: Full time

Req ID: 10914

Description:

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are seeking a talented and motivated Specialist II, Process Focus Team to join our team.

In this role, you will be responsible for the Process Focus Team will be actively involved in leading, coaching and mentoring activities (such as project teams, kaizen events, value stream mapping etc.) based on priorities. Each project must be aligned with the Columbus Generics Site Strategy and support corporate LSP strategies. These activities will be cross functional in nature. This person will be actively involved in identifying, leading and implementing process improvement projects. This person should meet the criteria for green belts certification in Six Sigma and demonstrate knowledge of lean manufacturing and process improvement

Key Responsibilities:

• Regular and predictable onsite attendance and punctuality.

• Identify opportunities and implement strategic solutions aligned with Site Metrics, Business Objectives and Site Strategy.

• Lead and facilitate cross functional process improvement initiatives/teams.

• Facilitate the implementation/sustainability of cross functional improvements.

• Define/track performance for key KPI’s. Clearly quantify/communicate improvement targets/benefits, both theoretical and actual.

• Communicate identified opportunities, current project(s), implemented improvements and benefits.

Qualifications:

We value the skills and experiences candidates bring to the table. While we have listed some qualifications below, we encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet all of them:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or business-related discipline relating to process analysis/improvement and 1-3 years of work experience relating to process analysis/improvement or 6-8 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, process analysis/improvement or project management.

• 1-3 years’ experience in an industrial environment, preferably pharmaceutical, with demonstrated experience in technical, compliance, production or supply chain environments.

• Demonstrated ability to: Define a problem. Determine Cost Analysis and Benefits Case. Identify and utilize resources to drive process improvements. Collect, statistically analyze and interpret data. Establish corrective and preventative actions. Implement improvements of medium to high complexity.

• Demonstrated experience in project management (will consider experience within functional area).

• Demonstrated ability to facilitate and/or be an active participant on teams.

• A minimum of green belt Six Sigma certification. (To be attained during first year on the job).

• Knowledge of lean Manufacturing and other techniques to implement process improvements.

• Proficient in spreadsheet (report formatting, graphing, formula a calculation generation), database, presentation and project management tools.

• Strong technical business writing and oral communication skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.