Head of Operational Excellence

Abbott · Singapore

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Abbott seeks an Operational Excellence Director for its Singapore plant to lead comprehensive continuous improvement programs spanning front-line processes, equipment effectiveness, and quality systems. The role requires embedding Lean and Six Sigma methodologies across all operations, driving cost savings and performance gains, and partnering with site leadership on strategic execution and organizational development. Ideal candidates possess 10+ years of operational experience, Black Belt certification, and demonstrated expertise in change management and team leadership.

What they're looking for

Lean Six Sigma expertise with Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification preferred
10+ years operational experience in large-scale manufacturing environments
Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent qualification
Coaching and mentoring abilities with strong influencing and negotiation skills
Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels
Change management, employee engagement, and facilitation capabilities
Global business operations knowledge and project management expertise

What you'll be doing

Lead plant-wide operational excellence program embedding continuous improvement across all processes
Develop performance metrics, measurement systems, and data interpretation capabilities for operational results
Manage continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and value-stream methodologies
Facilitate value stream mapping and Kaizen events with risk assessment and contingency planning
Track financial benefits of improvement projects and support business strategy execution

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