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**Job Function: **
Supply Chain Manufacturing
**Job Sub Function: **
Manufacturing Process Improvement
Job Category:
Professional
All Job Posting Locations:
San Angelo, Texas, United States of America
Job Description:
We are searching for the best talent for a Staff Business Excellence Engineer, located in San Angelo, TX!
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In this role, you will lead manufacturing excellence initiatives by identifying and executing process improvements across production lines. You will partner with cross-functional teams to enhance quality, delivery, and cost performance while driving measurable results through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. You will also play a key role in coaching teams and building continuous improvement capabilities within the manufacturing site.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead development and execution of process improvement plans to enhance Quality, Delivery, and Cost performance
- Identify and prioritize opportunities through data analysis and value stream assessments
- Design and implement improvements to optimize the flow of products, people, and information
- Lead cross-functional teams to deliver measurable business results using Lean and Six Sigma tools
- Drive change management planning and execution for site-level initiatives
- Improve throughput and capacity by identifying and reducing constraints
- Coach and mentor associates to build Lean and Six Sigma capabilities and engagement
- Sustain improvements through continuous improvement methodologies including Lean, Six Sigma, and ME2
- Facilitate business case development and present results to leadership
- Ensure compliance with quality, environmental, health, and safety standards
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a related Engineering discipline required
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
Required:
- 4+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or continuous improvement
- Industrial Engineering background with focus on process optimization, workflows, and production systems
- Lean or Six Sigma certification (minimum Green Belt required)
- Experience supporting or leading process improvement initiatives
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret data and drive decisions
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and performance metrics (OEE, throughput, yield, cost)
- Effective communication and presentation skills
Preferred:
- Six Sigma Black Belt certification
- Experience in regulated environments (FDA, GMP, ISO)
- Exposure to financial processes, cost analysis, and business planning
- Experience mentoring or coaching others on continuous improvement methodologies
Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
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**Required Skills: **
Preferred Skills:
Agile Manufacturing, Benchmarking, Business Valuations, Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Control (CMC), Coaching, Communication, Financial Competence, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ISO 9001, Plant Operations, Problem Solving, Process Control, Process Improvements, Program Management, Quality Management Systems (QMS), Quality Standards, Quality Systems Documentation, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Time Management