Operational Excellence Engineer (Tamarac, FL)

Job Title: Operational Excellence Engineer

Location: US-FL-Tamarac

Overview:

Located at our Headquarters in Tamarac, FL, the Operational Excellence (OpX) Engineer is responsible for driving Continuous Improvement and Lean initiatives across the organization. This role develops, implements, and sustains process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and productivity within manufacturing operations. Partnering closely with production and cross-functional teams, the OpX Engineer leads efforts to build a culture of Continuous Improvement and implement World Class Operations best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation of Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing programs to achieve measurable performance gains.
• Identify and prioritize key opportunities to eliminate waste, reduce costs, and streamline processes across the Operations Value Chain.
• Develop, implement, and monitor project management frameworks for operational improvement initiatives.
• Manage a team of Kaizen Technicians, ensuring timely execution, progress tracking, and follow-up on improvement activities.
• Facilitate and support root cause analysis and problem-solving efforts across all levels of the organization.
• Design and deliver training programs to build organizational capabilities in Lean and World Class Operations principles.
• Coach employees and leaders to promote a Continuous Improvement mindset and drive cultural change.
• Analyze operational data (e.g., OEE, downtime, Pareto analysis) to identify trends and define improvement priorities.
• Maintain accurate and current process documentation, including SOPs, guidelines, and best practices.
• Partner with leadership to align improvement initiatives with strategic business goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor???s degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence roles.
• Lean Manufacturing Expertise: Skilled in 5S, Kaizen, SMED, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, and other Lean tools.
• Project Management: Strong ability to plan, execute, and track multiple improvement projects simultaneously.
• Analytical Thinking: Proven ability to evaluate complex processes, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Coaching & Training: Experience mentoring and developing employees at all levels in Lean principles and methods.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Proficiency in analyzing OEE, downtime, and performance data to develop actionable insights.
• Change Leadership: Ability to influence teams and foster an environment committed to Continuous Improvement.