Operational Excellence Change Leader

At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!

As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets.

We’re driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life’ and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose™ – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.

At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success.

Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.

Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!

Your Role: Operational Excellence Change Leader

 

The Operational Excellence Change Leader is responsible for strategic development, leadership, and execution of the Operational Excellence program at the Elwood, Kansas monoclonal antibody (mAb) manufacturing facility.  This position will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies, processes, and best practices that drive continuous improvement, optimize performance, reduce waste, and enhance overall operational effectiveness.  The Operational Excellence Change Leader is a dynamic role with a diverse set of responsibilities and is a key member of the Site Leadership Team. 

 

Your Responsibilities:  


* Establish a culture of continuous improvement by implementing Lean Six Sigma methodologies and other best practices to drive operational excellence (OpEx) initiatives by optimizing workflows, eliminating waste, and enhancing overall productivity.


* Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of operational processes and foster an environment that encourages knowledge sharing and cross-functional problem-solving.


* Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the effectiveness of operational processes and digital initiatives; Conduct regular performance reviews and data analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and areas requiring intervention.


* Lead change management efforts associated with process improvements and provide training and support to employees to enhance their skills and capabilities in adopting new technologies and operational practices.


* Lead digital transformation initiatives and champion the adoption of digital tools and platforms to streamline processes, reduce costs, and improve decision-making capabilities.


* Provide coaching and training to manufacturing site teams on OpEx principles and practices, Elanco Manufacturing & Quality Ways of Working, and the site Operational Excellence program.

 

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications): 


* Education: Bachelor’s d...