Operations Excellence Site Representative

Position Purpose The Operations Excellence Site Representative is responsible for driving & executing Operation Excellence activities to improve operations and business processes at assigned site. The role is also responsible to implement strategic models to transform current business process and create a continuous improvement culture in the organization. Strategic Responsibilities Operational Responsibilities Monitor and implement Operational Excellence systems / projects in DMTs and AMTs to improve productivity Identify opportunities to increase operational efficiency (workflow, systems, material usage, cost) and report to leadership Identify areas of obstruction / breakdowns in the given OE plan to plants and rectify the issues by implementing trouble shooting tools, SPC tools etc. Coordinate formation and working of Focused Improvement Teams as per need and ensure their success is monitored on regular basis Implement systems on site for Operational Excellence based on established practices and standards for the organization Collaborate with production and quality departments at the site and initiate sustainability focused process improvements to exceed customer expectations Drive site specific activities related to, but not restricted to: o Autonomous Maintenance Teams and Daily Management Teams o Continuous Improvement Process o Constitute Focused Improvement Teams and monitor their performance o Assess the process being followed in all DMTs and AMTs o Ensure predictive & preventive maintenance schedules for critical equipment’s to increase machine uptime & equipment reliability o Develop alternate approach for improvements in productivity parameters in plant i.e. – why-why analysis, SPL, Abnormalities studies, KPOV study etc. for improving operation efficiency Perform benchmarking studies and implement best practices in all functional areas Perform day to day administration of OE functions Ensure planning and execution of new business process initiative Provide technical support to other functions on Operational Excellence processes Maintain operations excellence budget; establish timelines; provide support to management team Track financial performance and reports on quantifiable goals and objectives Ensure achievement of cost saving initiatives to achieve targeted savings in time frame Manage the administrative requirements of record keeping, research, calendar management, and institutional reporting to funders Financial Responsibilities People Responsibilities Ensure safety & high productivity at the workplace Facilitate initiatives for training need identification and building requisite skills & competencies through systematic training & skill-upgradation initiatives for the team Actively drive, in conjunction with the Senior Management Team, the performance management process of the team Recognize & reward excellent performers & affirm key contributions of employees toward the achievement of goals & objectives of the team Inspire & motivate employees through demonstrated commitment to PI’s values, vision & mission and active participation in various team engagement activities Education Qualification BE - Chemistry or Mechanical/ or any discipline Work Experience 10 - 15 years, out of which 6 - 8 years should be in capacity as Lead taking care of Operational Excellence activities Industry to be Hired from Pharmaceuticals/ Agrochemicals/ Consultancy Services Functional Competencies Demonstrated ability to execute Operational Excellence initiatives across the organization Ability to plan, execute and ensure that OE targets are rolled out in the organization as per management expectations Ability to train people on Operation Excellence across levels from Junior to Senior Level Ability to present the findings in a clear and concise manner Ability to understand technical issues related to chemical plant and provide productivity enhancement solutions Good command over productivity/Process improvement tools and execute the same in OE activities Good command on tools like 5S, TPM, WCM, Fish Bone analysis, PERT, etc. Knowledge of Six Sigma, TQM, Minitab, SPC tools desirable Interaction Complexity and Team Work Interaction Frequency Purpose of Interaction Internal: Head Operations, Site Head As required Discuss operational excellence initiatives and benchmarks