Manufacturing Transformation Leader

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Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) is seeking a Manufacturing Transformation Leader, that will support the Equipment Technology and Services (ET&S) business unit.

This position is in Tulsa, OK.

This role plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing the ET&S global manufacturing strategy.

This leader is responsible for leading manufacturing transformation initiatives, optimizing manufacturing site locations, driving equipment and technology strategies, and managing product/process relocations to ensure operational excellence and agility.

Utilizing Koch's Principle Based Management (PBM) philosophy, you will cultivate a results-driven team dedicated to achieving excellence through economic thinking, innovation, and collaboration.

This role will oversee complex global projects, ensuring they align with ET&S commitment to delivering value and maintaining high standards of excellence.

You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution and continuous improvement.

What You Will Do


* Develop, align, and deploy a manufacturing strategy that supports ET&S's overall business objectives with a focus on competitive advantage, operational efficiency, and scalability.


* Lead complex manufacturing transformation initiatives that optimize global manufacturing sites for profitability, flexibility, and market responsiveness.


* Define and implement equipment and technology roadmaps to enhance manufacturing capabilities and enable innovation.


* Plan and execute global product and process relocations with minimal operational disruption, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality adherence.


* Collaborate with supply chain, engineering, quality, finance, and commercial teams to ensure cohesive execution of transformation programs.


* Change management efforts to secure stakeholder alignment and embed transformation initiatives across ET&S manufacturing sites.


* Establish and monitor key performance indicators to measure success and identify continuous improvement opportunities.

The Experience You Will Bring

Requirements (Basic Qualifications):


* Extensive experience in manufacturing strategy development, manufacturing footprint optimization, and global operations transformation.


* Deep understanding of manufacturing equipment technologies and product/process transfer logistics.


* Demonstrated leadership in managing global, cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders.


* Ability to work in an agile, dynamic environment and lead change effectively.


* Willingness to travel up to 50%, including international travel.

What Will Put You Ahead


* Experience in vendor management.


* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.


* Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.


* Experience in or knowledge of ET&S industry standards and operational requirements is a plus.

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