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Reporting to the Director of OpEx, PMO & L&D the Senior Manager, OpEx will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing operational strategies that identify cost savings opportunities, provide increased process efficiency, improve data availability for decision making and drive continuous improvement within the Devens Biologics Manufacturing. This will be accomplished by promoting and using Lean Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement methodologies to achieve department goals & objectives. Shifts Available: Monday - Friday, Standard Working Hours - Hybrid (5 out of 10 days onsite, minimum two days per week) Responsibilities: * Provide Operational Excellence (OpEx) support to activities in the Biologics Manufacturing department that will increase process efficiency, reduce operating costs, and improve general cycle times. * Embed OpEx Foundational skills in "The Way We Work" within the Biologics Manufacturing department. Ensure OpEx foundational skills (e.g., 5S, Gemba Walks, Visual Management, Process Maps, Standard Work, and Kaizens) are being used by Biologics Manufacturing resources. * Drive Tier meetings and visual factory for Biologics Manufacturing teams, aligned with Site & Department strategy. * Collaborate with Biologics Manufacturing, Leadership Team and department functions to develop required pertinent metrics to drive performance. * Collaborate with Biologics Manufacturing Leadership Teams to drive CI project portfolio ensuring cost/benefit analysis to assess the impact or viability of alternate processes or action. * Collaborate with OpEx practitioners at the Deven Biologics Site to participate as needed in site Kaizen events and other OpEx initiatives in the Biologics Operating Unit. * Act as primary OpEx point of contact for Biologics Manufacturing by effectively partnering with Manufacturing Team members to develop routine, integrated messages on the OpEx programs. * Introduce and maintain continuous improvement program offerings and/or OpEx training to all levels of Biologics Manufacturing personnel. * Communicate via multiple media including Devens newsletter, Leadership Team meetings, Town Halls, etc. * Lead and/or support key complex projects through effective project management and leadership. * Lead participants of Kaizen workshops and in day-to-day continuous improvement activities & applications. * Provide specific tools and lean technique training as required by the business. * Keep up to date on best practices and improvement opportunities in OpEx by networking within the Devens site, campus, GPS Biologics Operating Unit and Global GPS OpEx team. Knowledge and Skills: * Excellence in business change management processes and project management skills is needed. * Strong communication/presentation skills with ability to tailor the message to the key stakeholders for effective impact and influence. * Complete varied and complex assignments with little direction. * Ability to integrate work with that of other functions to align with strategic objectives. * Interpersonal/facilitation skills necessary to interface with and influence all levels of the organization. * Comfortable managing in a matrix organization. * Ability to be flexible and adapt quickly to changing needs of the organization. * Ability to organize multiple work assignments and establish priorities. * Lead and/or support key complex projects through effective project management and leadership. * Achieve high customer satisfaction through effective communication of both technical and nontechnical topics with all levels of the organization both verbally and written. Basic Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in engineering is required. A Master's degree is desired. * Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt certification is required. PMP Certification a plus. * A minimum of 6-8 years GxP Biopharmaceutical experience with strong experience with production and/or manufacturing operations is preferred, documented by a solid history of functional accomplishments and a proven track record. * Demonstrates a strong knowledge of cGMP compliance and regulatory agency requirements and procedures. * Successful experience working with cross-functional teams from manufacturing, quality, site engineering, MS&T, Digital Plant (IT), finance, PMO and Biologics Development. * Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft applications- SharePoint, Project, PowerPoint, Access, Excel, Word, Publisher, Power Automate, Visio, and Minitab/JMP. * Possesses a deep understanding of the Six Sigma and Lean philosophies and can coach others how to apply Lean Six Sigma concepts and foundational tools (e.g., Process Mapping, Visual management, 5S, Gemba, etc.). #LI-HYBRID GPS_2025 If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn't perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. 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