Operational Excellence Manager

Operational Excellence Manager

Aurora, Ohio, United States — thyssenkrupp rothe erde USA Inc

Job details

Type of contract: Full-time, Permanent

Experience level: Management

Remote work: Not available

Job field: Production & Manufacturing

Salary range: $105,000 – $115,000 per year

Status: Ongoing recruitment, entry date flexible

Posting date: 2026/09/03

Job number: US_RS_08586

Your responsibilities

Salary: $105,000 - $115,000 (based on experience)

POSITION SUMMARY: Leads and drives Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement initiatives including TKPS/OPX, Lean/Six Sigma, structured problem solving, and cross-functional improvement projects – working closely with plant leadership teams and department employees. Supports the Quality and Management Systems Manager in selected Quality Management System activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify and deliver service improvement activity across the business through employing process improvement methodologies (6 Sigma, SMED, 6S, VSM) and the application of innovative thinking.
• Understand the ThyssenKrupp Production System (TKPS), the tk drive framework for Operational Excellence (OPX).
• Leads the integration of TKPS methods, systems and practices into operations at all levels.
• Design, install and debug programs and tools as it relates to process improvements.
• Execute/facilitate internal/external annual OPX scans with management team members, others.
• Support external OPX scans at other tk facilities, as required.
• Train and educate all associates in OPX/TKPS/drive methods, practices and systems.
• Use the tk drive share point as a communications and training tool.
• Coordinate and lead key projects for improvement in operations, as well as other business areas. Supervises several teams or collaborates with managers to re-engineer processes.
• Partner with IT and functional departments to identify and implement digital tools, data analysis, dashboards, automation, and system improvements that support Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Assist the Quality and Management Systems Manager with the following:
• Internal and external auditing
• Supplier approval and evaluation
• Corrective actions
• Documentation

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Five years of related experience and/or training in a manufacturing setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with Lean/Continuous Improvement methodologies and tools, including Value Stream Mapping (VSM), 6S, SMED, and DMAIC/root-cause analysis.
• Experience leading cross-functional improvement projects and driving measurable operational results.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred.
• Experience supporting or administering a Quality Management System, with familiarity with ISO 9001 and working knowledge of ISO 14001, 45001, and 50001 management system standards.
• Knowledge and experience in the processes of FAI, PPAP, FMEA and 8D.
• Knowledge and experience in auditing practices and procedure writing.
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite.

Export control: This position requires access to export-controlled technical data or technology. Employment is contingent upon thyssenkrupp’s ability to obtain any required export authorization from the appropriate government agency or agencies.

Your profile

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Your benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Paid Time Off

Onboarding

We value diversity

thyssenkrupp Rothe Erde USA, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, including people with disabilities and veterans. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. For those requiring assistance completing the application or the application process and request information relating to the need for accommodation, please contact reasonableaccommodation@thyssenkru