Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Transformation Change Agent
Location
United States
Posted
38 days ago
Salary
$97.2K - $145.8K / year
Seniority
Mid Level
No structured requirement data.
Job Description
Transformation Change Agent
Maker's Pride Talent Acquisition Team
Role Description The Change Agent – Operations Excellence is responsible for driving the successful implementation of operational excellence initiatives across the organization. This role partners closely with site leadership and cross-functional teams to identify productivity improvements ideas through embed continuous improvement principles, standardize processes, and sustain performance gains. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can influence change, build capability, and deliver measurable business results. This position requires strong technical Lean Manufacturing, Operational, Engineering, and hands-on leadership skills. Job Duties - Drive Operational Excellence Initiatives - Lead deployment of continuous improvement programs (Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, etc.) - Support implementation of tiered management systems, daily management, and performance routines. - Identify gaps in current processes and develop action plans to close them. - Change Leadership & Adoption - Act as a change champion, ensuring alignment and buy-in across all levels of the organization. - Develop and execute change management plans, including communication and engagement strategies. - Coach leaders and frontline teams on new ways of working. - Capability Building - Train and mentor teams on operational excellence tools and methodologies. - Build internal capability to sustain improvements (problem solving, root cause analysis, standard work). - Facilitate workshops, kaizen events, and training sessions. - Performance Management - Establish KPIs and visual management systems to track progress. - Monitor and report on implementation success, including productivity, quality, safety, and cost metrics. - Drive accountability through structured follow-ups and governance routines. - Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams. - Support alignment between site-level initiatives and broader organizational strategy. - Share best practices across sites to accelerate adoption. - Continuous Improvement Culture - Foster a culture of accountability, discipline, and continuous improvement. - Reinforce behaviors aligned with operational excellence principles. - Recognize and promote successes to sustain momentum. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience in a manufacturing environment. - 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, Engineering or operations roles. - Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) preferred. - Experience with TPM, Daily Management Systems, and Tiered Accountability structures preferred. - Proven experience leading change initiatives and driving measurable improvements. - Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools. - Demonstrated ability to influence without authority and lead through change. - Excellent communication, facilitation, and coaching skills. - Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. - Ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environments. - Travel - must be willing to travel 70%+. - Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Excel, and PowerPoint. Benefits - The pay range for this full-time, salaried position is $97,210-$145,814/year. - Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. - The position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance. - We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment.
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