Description

Quality, Service, Collaboration, Courage. Do you exhibit these values and wish to be around others that do too? Are you interested in making a difference in your community and the world? Are you looking for a place where you can grow and learn in a diverse, community-minded culture? If these statements resonate with you, Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) welcomes you to apply to join our community of dedicated individuals improving lives every day.

Overview of this Position:

The Continuous Improvement (CI) Specialist II analyzes and measures the effectiveness of existing processes and helps to develop sustainable, repeatable, and quantifiable process improvements. The CI Specialist II will collect and analyze process /quality data to initiate, develop, and recommend operational practices and procedures that focus on enhanced safety, increased productivity, and reduced cost to drive overall quality. Also, coach, mentor, and train individual change agents or departments on how to drive their own improvement initiatives by using continuous improvement tools and methodologies.

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• Bachelor's and/or a minimum of 3-4+ years related work experience.
• 3-4+ years in continuous improvement role in a manufacturing or pharmaceutical industry; aseptic experience a plus.
• Prior experience teaching/facilitating Kaizen Events/Problem Solving Investigations.
• Prior experience participating in continuous improvement (lean or six sigma) teams.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience and expertise in pharmaceutical manufacturing with a thorough understanding of cGMP and FDA guidelines.
• Prior experience using MasterControl or other electronic quality systems such as Track Wise, SAP, etc
• Ability to interpret and relate Quality standards for implementation and review.
• Knowledge of Manufacturing and QA principles and procedures in a pharma, biopharma, and/or biotech manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Process Improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean, Six Sigma).

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Act as internal CI consultant to all levels and Departments within the organization.
• Teach and coach individuals on Continuous Improvement Tools and Methodologies.
• Coach and mentor individuals on how to drive their own improvement initiatives by using continuous improvement tools and methodologies.
• Engage as a CI facilitator for improvement initiates that align with company goals and metrics.
• Develop continuous improvement plans/road maps for CI projects.
• Train personnel on Root Cause Analysis Investigation tools.
• Facilitate projects to improve key problematic issues across the organization.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts utilizing lean/CI methods and tools.
• Lead/ facilitate standardization efforts of best practices across sites and Depts.
• Lead and own change controls that would drive continuous improvement efforts across sites.

Full job description available during formal interview process.

What Sets GRAM Apart from Other Employers:

MEDICAL BENEFITS starting day 1: Blue Cross Blue Shield medical and dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits are available to you and your family on your first day of work, with the company paying for 75% of the cost! Once eligible for the 401(k) program, all your contributions are immediately 100% vested, and you are immediately vested in GRAM contributions as well. We also offer generous off-shift premiums!

Paid VOLUNTEERISM starting day 1: GRAM encourages giving back to our community by offering 16 hours of paid volunteer time per calendar year!

PTO: Full-time employees accrue up to 17 days of time off per calendar year. You choose how to use this time for your vacation, sick, or mental health needs!

WELLNESS TIME OFF: We offer all employees one (1) paid day of Wellness Time Off (WTO) per quarter to invest in self-care, take some downtime, or whatever you choose.

PAID HOLIDAYS: We offer 10 paid holidays per calendar year with immediate eligibility!

PAY: Depends on Experience and is discussed during the interview process.