Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Professional Development
Diversity and inclusion initiatives
Job Description
Pfizer is a leading global pharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development, and manufacturing of innovative medicines and vaccines. With a strong commitment to improving global health, Pfizer operates cutting-edge manufacturing facilities that adhere to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety. The company fosters a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence to drive efficiency and sustainability in its operations. Pfizer is also deeply committed to diversity and inclusion, creating equitable workplaces where employees can thrive and contribute their unique talents.
The role of Chef - Excellence Operationnelle (Operational Excellence Lead) at Pfizer involves being at the forefront of driving operational excellence initiatives at the site level. This is a full-time, regular position based in Canada, with a salary range from $92,100 to $153,500 CAD annually. The individual in this position is responsible for overseeing the site's Operational Excellence program, ensuring the optimization of business processes and enhancement of operational performance. Utilizing methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt certified), innovation, and technology, the role aims to continuously improve efficiency and effectiveness across various site functions.
This role requires close collaboration with site leadership to prioritize projects, allocate resources effectively, and align initiatives with the strategic goals of the manufacturing site. As a key member of the Site Leadership Team (SLT), the Operational Excellence Lead facilitates continuous improvement loops to guarantee execution, capability development, and delivery of measurable value. The role demands a strong influence across departments and acts as a coach to empower colleagues and embed a Lean culture throughout the organization.
Key responsibilities include supporting the strategic development of continuous improvement culture, overseeing Lean Management System deployment, and driving waste reduction projects across the site. The position demands sound organizational and project management skills, enabling the candidate to manage complex initiatives, facilitate governance structures, and lead metrics definition and performance tracking. A significant focus is placed on promoting a zero-loss culture by advocating the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) approach.
Beyond process and performance improvement, the role involves effective leadership and direction to management personnel to ensure consistent and timely delivery of services. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are crucial, as the candidate will interact with all organizational levels, provide coaching, implement development plans, and support strategic presentations to both site and corporate leadership. Creative problem-solving and critical thinking are integral to successfully formulating and executing strategic plans, navigating risks, and driving integrated site-wide improvements.
Pfizer values innovation, diversity, and inclusion and strives to provide an accessible and supportive environment during the recruitment process. Accommodations are available for candidates with different abilities to ensure equity in hiring. This position offers an exciting opportunity to impact manufacturing excellence within a global leader in pharmaceuticals while fostering a culture of continuous growth and operational success.
The role of Chef - Excellence Operationnelle (Operational Excellence Lead) at Pfizer involves being at the forefront of driving operational excellence initiatives at the site level. This is a full-time, regular position based in Canada, with a salary range from $92,100 to $153,500 CAD annually. The individual in this position is responsible for overseeing the site's Operational Excellence program, ensuring the optimization of business processes and enhancement of operational performance. Utilizing methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt certified), innovation, and technology, the role aims to continuously improve efficiency and effectiveness across various site functions.
This role requires close collaboration with site leadership to prioritize projects, allocate resources effectively, and align initiatives with the strategic goals of the manufacturing site. As a key member of the Site Leadership Team (SLT), the Operational Excellence Lead facilitates continuous improvement loops to guarantee execution, capability development, and delivery of measurable value. The role demands a strong influence across departments and acts as a coach to empower colleagues and embed a Lean culture throughout the organization.
Key responsibilities include supporting the strategic development of continuous improvement culture, overseeing Lean Management System deployment, and driving waste reduction projects across the site. The position demands sound organizational and project management skills, enabling the candidate to manage complex initiatives, facilitate governance structures, and lead metrics definition and performance tracking. A significant focus is placed on promoting a zero-loss culture by advocating the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) approach.
Beyond process and performance improvement, the role involves effective leadership and direction to management personnel to ensure consistent and timely delivery of services. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are crucial, as the candidate will interact with all organizational levels, provide coaching, implement development plans, and support strategic presentations to both site and corporate leadership. Creative problem-solving and critical thinking are integral to successfully formulating and executing strategic plans, navigating risks, and driving integrated site-wide improvements.
Pfizer values innovation, diversity, and inclusion and strives to provide an accessible and supportive environment during the recruitment process. Accommodations are available for candidates with different abilities to ensure equity in hiring. This position offers an exciting opportunity to impact manufacturing excellence within a global leader in pharmaceuticals while fostering a culture of continuous growth and operational success.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in science, engineering or related field
- 5-8 years experience in cGMP pharmaceutical environment
- Lean or Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Prioritization and customer service skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, CAD, PowerPoint, Minitab
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Influential communication skills
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering or related field
- 5-8 years relevant experience in cGMP pharmaceutical setting
- Combined experience in operations, materials management, quality operations and/or training processes and systems
- Lean / Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
- Organizational and project management skills, prioritization, customer service skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, CAD, PowerPoint, Minitab)
- Effective interpersonal skills and influential communication at all levels
Job Duties
- Coach tier 1-3 operating unit members to improve performance or resolve issues
- Inspire a culture of continuous improvement that empowers colleagues and enables efficient processes
- Influence all departments and coach to build capabilities
- Lead maturity of operational excellence and Lean Management System elements
- Develop continuous improvement culture aligning with organizational standards
- Facilitate short- and long-term site strategies
- Support metric definitions and oversee performance metric collection and maintenance
- Drive efforts to streamline site processes and improve integration
- Ensure execution, capability building and delivery of fit for purpose ways of working
- Promote a zero losses culture through advocating the use of DMAIC
- Provide oversight to complex or cross site initiatives ensuring alignment and prioritization
- Define and manage governance structure and business processes
- Provide leadership and direction to management team for consistent, efficient delivery of services
- Use performance management to interact with employees, implement development plans, provide coaching, and gather feedback
- Support strategic proposals, progress updates and presentations to all organizational levels
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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