Operational Excellence Specialist

GOJO Industries
United States, Ohio, Wooster
1147 Akron Road (Show on map)
Jul 30, 2025
Information about #32301 Operational Excellence Specialist Work Location: This role works from our location in Wooster, Ohio on a daily basis *Formulated to Care* For more than 75 years, GOJO, Makers of PURELL has been powered by people who are energized by helping the world experience greater health and well-being. The positive impact of our PURELL hand and surface hygiene solutions is driven by our global community of highly collaborative and talented team members who love to learn, innovate, care for each other, and deliver our Purpose of Saving Lives and Making Life Better. Role Objective Supports efforts to drive operational effectiveness and efficiency in supply chain by identifying, leading, and facilitating projects focused on improving and optimizing manufacturing and distribution processes. This role reports to a Continuous Improvement Sr. Manager and works closely with cross-functional teams across our Wooster campus to achieve operational excellence targets and contribute to the overall OpEx strategy. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Evaluate plant efficiencies and drive cost savings through effective collaboration with cross-functional teams executing process improvement projects Lead and facilitate Kaizen, SMED, DMAIC and other continuous improvement initiatives Collaborate with business leadership to perform process analysis and recommend improvements Conduct root cause analyses and develop actionable recommendations with team Manage and execute projects on time, on budget, and on target utilizing disciplined Project Management methodologies Support and coach Daily Management Systems - mentor front line leadership Build operator capability through training and development of SOPs, Work Instructions, and One-Point Lessons Communicate recommendations, progress, and results to stakeholders Maintain a Quality mindset throughout initiatives supporting Change Controls and other Quality activities as needed Track and report on project progress, key metrics, and cost savings achieved Facilitate training/workshops to build knowledge and drive change through others with continuous improvement methodology Foster a culture of continuous improvement by building relationships and engaging with all levels of the organization as a champion for Operational Excellence Education and Experience Bachelor's degree preferrred in Business Administration, Operations Analysis/Management, and/or Industrial Engineering/Engineering; equivalent appropriate work experience will be considered Certified Green Belt or equivalent certification in Six Sigma or Lean strongly preferred Minimum 4 (four) years' Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence work experience required in a manufacturing environment Experience working in a heavily regulated industry (ex. FDA, EPA) preferred Other Relevant Skills Expected Proficient at data gathering, analysis and modeling using e.g. MS Office, Minitab, Visio, Power BI, Smartsheet and/or other similar applications Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate effectively with Senior Management Supervision/Coordination Train, coach and mentor individuals, teams, and projects Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support the Sr. Manager in prioritizing and coordinating improvement activities This role does not directly supervise other GOJO team members Travel Requirements Overnight Travel - sporadic - required. Travel between campus locations in Northeast Ohio as needed To Apply: To apply for this position, please complete the online application process. You will have an opportunity to include your resume and a cover letter. GOJO is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Recruiters, Search Agencies or others referring candidates to GOJO Industries, Inc. without written authorization from GOJO Industries, Inc. Human Resources will not be compensated in any way for their online referral even if GOJO Industries, Inc. hires the candidate. GOJO does not seek or respond to unsolicited resumes for positions that are not listed in the Careers section.