OpEx Manager at Baxter International

Hayward, California, United States

Baxter International Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's in Business Management, Engineering, or a related field. Preferably, an MBA, MS, or a similar technical graduate degree
  • Certified Black Belt with a strong grasp of LEAN Manufacturing principles (Six Sigma Black Belt certification is required; Master Black Belt is preferred)
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in business operations and/or plant manufacturing or engineering
  • At least 3 years of successful process improvement experience
  • Proven experience in managing teams and developing support programs
  • Proficiency in LEAN tools and methodologies
  • Ability to function effectively in a team environment and directly lead or co-lead high-impact process improvement projects
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Strong skills in working with cross-functional teams
  • Excellent negotiating and influencing skills, with the ability to inspire change
  • Outstanding reading, writing, and verbal communication skills in both the local language and English, coupled with strong teaching and presentation abilities

Responsibilities

  • Drive the deployment of the OpEx program at the site
  • Collaborate closely with site management to support their continuous improvement journey
  • Develop and implement a site-level OpEx deployment plan, encompassing the Baxter Operating System (BOS), Improvement Projects, Certification Programs, Best Practices Sharing, iCare, and other initiatives
  • Assist leadership in establishing baseline and target metrics for key processes
  • Work with site leadership to install organizational supports for Operational Excellence, including reviews, communications, and rewards
  • Coach and mentor site Black Belt and Green Belt candidates to ensure the timely completion of their quality and/or cost-focused projects, leading to their certification

Skills

Operational Excellence
Continuous Improvement
Program Deployment
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Lean Principles

Baxter International

Provides essential medical products and services

About Baxter International

Baxter International provides a wide range of medical products and services essential for healthcare. The company operates in several areas, including critical care, hospital care, nutritional care, renal care, and surgical care. Its products are used in various settings, from emergency rooms to home healthcare, helping to meet the needs of patients and healthcare professionals. Baxter develops, manufactures, and distributes medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology products, generating revenue through sales to healthcare providers and institutions. A key aspect that sets Baxter apart from competitors is its recent acquisition of Hillrom, which enhances its ability to offer comprehensive healthcare solutions. The company's goal is to improve care outcomes and increase access to healthcare through continuous innovation and a focus on patient needs.

Deerfield, IllinoisHeadquarters
1931Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Commuter Benefits
Mental Health Support

Risks

Needle-free injection technology could disrupt Baxter's traditional injection-based therapies.
Shift to home healthcare may require Baxter to adapt its product offerings.
Growing digital health importance necessitates further investment from Baxter to stay competitive.

Differentiation

Baxter's acquisition of Hillrom enhances its comprehensive healthcare solutions portfolio.
Strong focus on patient-centric innovation sets Baxter apart in the healthcare industry.
Baxter's partnerships, like with Ayogo, leverage digital health for improved patient outcomes.

Upsides

Baxter's investment in Medically Home aligns with the growing home healthcare market.
Rising demand for personalized medicine offers Baxter opportunities for targeted therapies.
Expansion in telehealth supports Baxter's integrated healthcare solutions strategy.

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