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Associate LEAN Partner
Novo NordiskAssociate LEAN Partner at Novo Nordisk driving continuous improvement initiatives. Supporting CI projects and training in a manufacturing environment focused on quality of life improvements.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Continuous Improvement methodologies, particularly cLEAN® and Lean tools, to drive measurable enhancements in manufacturing and process efficiency. Possesses strong coaching and communication skills to foster a culture of continuous improvement across teams and sites.
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Continuous ImprovementLean Tools & PrinciplesSix Sigma Green Belt CertificationCoaching & MentoringProject Management
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Hard Skills
Continuous Improvement MethodologiesLean ToolsStatistical AnalysisPDCA MethodologyValue Stream MappingStandardized Work5SYamazumiSMEDProcess Improvement
Soft Skills
CoachingCommunicationChange ManagementLeadershipFlexibility
Tools & Technologies
MS OfficePower BIStatistical Analysis Software
Certifications & Qualifications
Six Sigma Green Belt
Industry Keywords
ManufacturingLife SciencesQuality AssuranceSupply ChainEngineering
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Enable & inspire NNPILP to "live cLEAN®" by driving continuous improvement (CI) mindset throughout the site; providing cLEAN® tools, training, & expertise; supporting CI projects & initiatives.
- Assist senior team members to develop Continuous Improvement plans; identify, prioritize, & initiate CI opportunities; follow-through on Continuous Improvement activities
- Provide coaching to develop the cLEAN® mindset
- Aid in SPS through facilitating & coaching
- Support & facilitate CI kaizen workshops, problem solving workshops
- Communicate across sites to share best practices, success stories, ideas; collaborate across NNPILP other & PS sites as appropriate
- Assist in formal training in cLEAN® programs across sites
- Provide coaching & mentoring for 1-Star project leaders across site; develop coaching skills
- Manage/lead focused departmental projects
- Apply PDCA methodologies to achieve significant, measurable improvement in business, support, & production processes
- Participate in execution of cLEAN® site initiatives
- Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Statistics, Business, or a relevant field of study from an accredited university required
- May consider an Associate’s degree in Engineering, Science, Statistics, Business, or a relevant field of study from an accredited university with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in manufacturing, life sciences, maintenance, quality assurance, engineering, supply chain, process improvement required
- May consider a High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of four (4) years of experience in manufacturing, life sciences, maintenance, quality assurance, engineering, supply chain, process improvement required
- One (1) year of experience in manufacturing, life sciences, maintenance, quality assurance, engineering, supply chain, process improvement preferred
- Demonstrated expertise in pharmaceutical or related industry preferred
- Certification & demonstrated experience/results as Six Sigma Green Belt a plus
- Demonstrated competency in Lean tools & Lean Principles (Ex.8 Wastes, Yamazumi, SMED, Value Stream Mapping, LEAN Layout, Standardized Work, & 5S) preferred
- Demonstrated coaching, communication, change management, & leadership skills preferred
- Strong computer skills, including experience in MS Office, Power BI, statistical analysis software, or other related software packages preferred
- Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, agility, credibility, & change management skills preferred
- Proven expertise in planning/organizing, managing execution, checking results, & revising complex, cross functional projects preferred
Benefits
Comp & perks- Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
- All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
- Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
- Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
- Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
- Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
- Tuition Assistance
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Employee Referral Awards