Baxter International Inc. · 4 hours ago
Manager I, Operational Excellence
Cleveland, Mississippi
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$128K/yr - $160K/yr
5+ years expBaxter International Inc. is dedicated to redefining healthcare delivery and improving lives. The Manager I, Operational Excellence plays a critical role in implementing Operational Excellence programs, focusing on process improvement and project management to enhance operational efficiency across departments.
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Responsibilities
Lead the rollout of the OpEx program within operations functions
Ensure each applicable function has OpEx support infrastructure and a deployment plan
Work together with department management to identify how OpEx can support their ongoing improvement efforts
Develop and carry out an OpEx team support and deployment plan
Assist in coordinating and developing the organization's OpEx deployment plan
Establish baseline and target metrics for key processes with leadership
Install organizational supports for Operational Excellence
Coach and mentor site-wide Black Belt and Green Belt candidates
Handle several projects while exhibiting expertise in planning, budgeting, and project management
Collaborate with multidisciplinary groups, demonstrating effective negotiating and influencing abilities
Develop and present training materials and facilitate workshops
Develop and carry out training programs to educate site employees on OpEx principles, tools, and methodologies, including Lean principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and quality standards
Provide training and mentoring on LEAN manufacturing principles such as Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Kaizen events, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Deliver training sessions on process improvement, problem-solving, and communication skills
Coordinate with department managers to assess training needs and formulate training plans
Offer ongoing coaching and mentoring to support professional development and improve skills and knowledge
Maintain a training schedule to ensure all site employees have access to training and development opportunities
Qualification
Required
BS/BA degree in Business Management, Engineering, or a related field
Certified Black Belt with strong understanding of LEAN Manufacturing principles
Minimum of 5 years of business operations and/or plant manufacturing or engineering experience, including 3+ years of demonstrated process improvement success
Skilled in managing various projects and exhibiting planning, budgeting, and project management proficiency
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional groups
Strong skills in negotiation and persuasion
Excellent reading, writing, and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and statistical problem-solving skills
Strong mentoring and facilitation skills
Experience with Lean tools and approaches like Kanban, Heijunka, and Poka-Yoke
Experience with quality standards like ISO 9001 and cGMP
Knowledge of Six Sigma techniques including DMAIC and DMADV
Preferred
Master Black Belt preferred
Practical experience with LEAN tools and methodologies
Familiarity with quality standards, established operational guidelines, and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
Benefits
Medical and dental coverage that start on day one
Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching
Flexible Spending Accounts
Educational assistance programs
Paid holidays
Paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service
Family and medical leaves of absence
Paid parental leave
Commuting benefits
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Childcare benefits
Company
Baxter International Inc.
For nearly a century, we have delivered on our commitment to saving and sustaining the lives of patients, working alongside clinicians and providers around the world.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.28BKey Investors
German Federal Ministry of Education and Research
2025-12-08Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2021-04-21Grant· $1.81M
2019-05-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.68B
Leadership Team
Andrew Hider
President and Chief Executive Officer
Giuseppe Accogli
EVP & Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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