Operational Excellence Specialist

Job DescriptionWe are actively recruiting for an Operational Excellence Specialist to join our team in Dungarvan. The purpose of this role is to support the drive the successful implementation of “Eurofins BPT OPEX / Lean / Six Sigma Methodology” in the laboratories and across the site.QualificationsResponsibilities Coordinate assigned Continuous Improvement projectsAnalyse and improve Operational & Business processes SME for Lean & Six Sigma methods & successful application Implement project plans, and monitor progress against planTeach and drive Lean / Six Sigma tools and techniques to local employees, contributing & enabling a culture of continuous improvementMaintain and build KPI’s and ensure all Lean / Six Sigma project targets and timelines are managed, ensure there is clear and adequate ownership and responsibilitySupport and enable a CI culture within the organisation through “lead by example”Contribute to and document best practiceDeputise for Site OPEX LeadClear communicator to cross functional stakeholders Support site sustainability planWhat are we looking for?  Scientific or Engineering third level qualification essentialLean / Six Sigma Green Belt certification minimum essential, Black Belt certification is desirablePrevious experience working in a similar role Project Management desirableHard working self-motivated and professional team playerAbility to work well under pressureAbility to multi-task, prioritize, organise and co-ordinate your own workloadAbility to work to deadlinesDemonstrated teamwork skillsAbility to learn new tasksWhat are we offering? Competitive salaryBonusHealth InsurancePensionSick LeavePaid Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Paternity LeaveIncome protectionLife AssuranceSports & Social clubAdditional InformationEurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the leading global emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing.In 2020, Eurofins generated 5.4 billion Euro proforma turnover in 800 laboratories across 50 countries, employing about 50.000 staff.