Manager I, Industrial Eng

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Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At our company, we value diversity and believe it is our greatest strength. We are committed to empowering women, supporting the LGBTQ+ community, and creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Our belief is that your diversity enriches our work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we wholeheartedly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background. Additionally, we have a Gender Equality Policy that reflects our commitment to fairness and equality in the workplace.

Hybrid Roles:

Boston Scientific's hybrid workplace includes WFH and onsite. You will have the opportunity to discuss details in the interview. 

About the role:

Manage the Industrial Engineering Department and all activities related to Industrial Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Business Process Improvement, and Value Improvement Process.

You're Responsibilities include:

• Identify and lead value improvement, waste elimination and problem solution initiatives that drive plant and company performance improvements while championing the development and advancement of the Lean culture  as well as the achievement of Value Improvement Goals within the organization.
• Lead facility layout and design projects with the Process Development Engineering, Production, Facilities and Manufacturing Engineering teams (as directed by site).
• Initiate, lead and sponsor VIP, Lean, BPI and Labor projects with Production, Process Development, Manufacturing Engineering and support functions.
• Drive the ongoing introduction and advancement of Lean culture, philosophies, principles and practices across the plant and work with local management to create and maintain the Lean vision for the plant.
• Constantly promote, educate and instill the culture of waste identification and elimination throughout the plant in manufacturing and support areas as well as the culture of a structured, disciplined, driven-by-data-and-statistical-analysis way to solve problems and improve all kind of processes.
• Coordinate and lead general engineering tasks, which may include: creating and updating standards, maintaining BOMS and routers and creating and approving change requests (as directed by site).
• Develop and conduct Lean training programs for employees at all levels and departments.
• Lead the creation, maintenance and refinement of a Lean toolkit that can include: 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, mistake proofing and line balancing.
• Oversee the deployment and support the use of corporate Lean tools and Metrics (Core Five Metrics, WCG, VSP, 5S, Lean Goals and Plans, etc.).
• Promote and lead cross-functional and inter-site teamwork to accomplish shared objectives.
• Maintain a general knowledge of current Industrial Engineering trends and methodologies.
• Supervise, mentor and provide work direction to other members of the Industrial Engineering Department.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or equivalent.
• English Level desired: B2
• Experience: +5 years in manufacturing environment.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Desired knowledge: Shingo Model, 5S’s, Problem Solving, WCG, VSP, LBP and line balance.

Requisition ID: 609878

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

Benefits • Life-Work Integration • Community • Career Growth

At Boston Scientific, you will find a collaborative culture driven by a passion for innovation that keeps us connected on the most essential level. With determination, imagination, and a deep caring for human life, we’re solving some of the most important healthcare industry challenges. Together, we’re one global team committed to making a difference in people’s lives around the world. This is a place where you can find a career with meaningful purpose—improving lives through your life’s work.