Continuous Improvement / OpEx Lead II at ICU Medical, Inc. in Austin, Texas

Job Description:

Job Description



Position Summary:


The Continuous Improvement (CI) Lead II is responsible for driving CI activities across the value stream. This role requires individuals who are creative, results oriented with strong problem-solving skills who can influence change using objective evidence. The position demands a self-driven individual who is comfortable navigating the inherent challenges that come with implementing change and challenging the status-quo. Additionally, the position requires the ability to uncover opportunities using data analysis, prioritizing activities, proposing ideas, obtaining buy-in from stakeholders and implementing the proposed ideas.

As a key member of the Operational Excellence team, you will turn ideas into reality by working with functional area managers, Supervisors and Operators to adopt processes, tools, methods and best practices to achieve a world class operation


Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coach functional leaders on leading in an OpEx environment including:
  Leading performance board huddles.
  Performing Gemba walks.
  Using problem-solving tools and methods.
• Design implement and/or improve data collection plans when required
• Define, create and track KPIs to measure improvements
• Lead Continuous Improvement Events using Lean Six Sigma tools, including but not limited to statistical analyses, Kaizen events, Process Mapping, VSM , RCA, SMED, FMEA, 5S, Visual Management, PDCA, Kanban, Standard Work.
• Perform data analysis on existing data sets to uncover opportunities.
• Perform Area Transformations ("mini-t"), employee training, lean project management, etc.
• Provide suggestions to site OpEx Manager/Director on process improvement ideas.
• Work on special projects as assigned or required.

Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications:

• Microsoft Office.
• Working Knowledge of Oracle (preferred).
• Able to effectively communicate results verbally and written.

Education and Experience:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Bachelor's Degree in a technical discipline or bachelor's degree and relevant work experience.
• Minimum 2 year of Lean Six Sigma application, 3+ years preferred.
• Certified Lean Professional preferred.
• Green Belt Certification, preferred.
• Leadership experience in functional area, preferred.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• This position operates in both, an office environment using standard office equipment and in clean room environment standing up.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time; depending on the machine they are operating.
• Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time.

About Us



ICU Medical has consistently provided you with clinical innovations that help solve real-world challenges.

With the acquisition of Hospira Infusion Systems in 2017 and Smiths Medical in 2022, we are now a global market leader with a complete line of clinically-essential IV therapy and high-value critical care products for hospital, alternate site, and home care settings.

We're ready to bring you consistent quality, innovation, and value in more areas than ever. Our focus allows us to bring you:

• Dedicated and non-dedicated IV sets and needlefree connectors clinically proven to provide an effective barrier against bacterial transfer and colonization.
• The industry's broadest IV smart pump offering covering large volume, pain management, and ambulatory needs.
• IV medication safety software providing full IV-EHR interoperability with the highest customer satisfaction and compatibility with more EHR systems than any other company.
• Significant US IV solutions manufacturing and supply capabilities.

ICU Medical EEO Statement:


ICU Medical is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration for employment regardless of race, color, nationality or national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the employment selection process, please contact us at humanresources@icumed.com. We are committed to providing equal access and opportunities for all candidates.

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