POSITION: Productivity Specialist

Division: Productivity and Digitalization

Reports to: Productivity Manager Caribbean Region

FLSA: Exempt

Grade: G13

Country: Puerto Rico

PURPOSE AND SCOPE

Based in Puerto Rico this position works with Productivity management, regional management, and other Productivity organizations to identify, develop, lead, and complete a portfolio of Lean Six Sigma and/or Cost Reduction Productivity projects. Develops and completes General Productivity project validation and Procurement Productivity initiatives. Conducts value stream mapping of current operational processes, identifies defects, and implements process improvements. Utilizes Lean Six Sigma and overall Productivity methodology and processes to improve Business Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), identifies cost reduction and capital project opportunities, and increases profitability.

SUPERVISORY CHAIN

This position reports to Productivity Manager – Caribbean Region. Will train and coach junior-level productivity professionals and green belts on smaller projects. Will lead project teams

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related from four-year college or university.

WORK EXPERIENCE: Minimum 3 year of experience in similar position or a combination of education and experience.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Strong Knowledge on MS Office platforms, specifically on MS Excel statistical principles. Green Belt Certification preferred. Strong analytical skills. Bilingual (English/Spanish). Willing to travel (domestically and internationally)

SPECIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

In addition to being able to seat, stand, walk, read, talk and hear, in order to work on the position´s essential functions the individual must be able to be seated for long hours working on a computer. Occasionally, may lift up to 25 pounds of weight. Must be willing to travel nationally and internationally. Accommodations will be made if they are reasonable, do not create an undue hardship, and will enable an individual with a disability to safely perform the essential job functions.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties will be assigned

• Develops and coordinates projects to achieve annual Productivity Savings Target.
• Solves complex problems; takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions.
• Develops conclusions from analyses, applies results, and presents findings.
• Identify and execute productivity opportunities within the organization.
• Facilitates idea generation through collaborative efforts (e.g., brainstorming, Lean events, and management engagement).
• Establishes a strong leadership presence with project team(s).
• Prepares detailed plans, driving project performance, and assuring timely completion and achievement of product/process, quality, and savings goals using standard tracking and reporting systems
• Leads and coordinates productivity projects focused on the achievement of company and business objectives
• Understands Lean/Six Sigma business environments, threats, strengths, and weaknesses of own and other organization(s).
• Partners with Finance Department to analyze and validate the impact of productivity changes on operating expenses
• Ensures execution of productivity studies and drives project performance.
• Complies with the department’s reports and other required information.
• Acts with operational discipline and excellence according to security policies, procedures, and standards.
• Uses the assigned resources with care.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Day shift

Application Question(s):

• What is your level working with MS Excel?

Experience:

• Productivity and Digitalization: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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