Title:  Specialist II, Process Focus Team - 8243

Job Title:      Specialist II, Process Focus Team

Location:      Columbus, OH

Job Type:     Full time

Req ID:         8243

About Us:

As a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of essential medicines, Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. and its affiliates’ purpose is to put better health within reach, every day for millions of patients around the world.  We are a trusted, reliable partner and dependable source of over 760 high-quality generic, specialty and branded pharmaceutical products that hospitals, physicians and pharmacists need to treat their patients across North America, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe.  Through our global footprint of 30+ manufacturing plants, 8+ R&D centers, and 9,000+ empowered employees, we are committed to making high-quality medicines accessible to the people who need them.

Description:

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.  We are seeking a talented and motivated Specialist II, Process Focus Team to join our team.  In this role, you will be responsible for the Process Focus Team will be actively involved in leading, coaching and mentoring activities (such as project teams, kaizen events, value stream mapping etc.) based on priorities.  Each project must be aligned with the Columbus Generics Site Strategy and support corporate LSP strategies.  These activities will be cross functional in nature. This person will be actively involved in identifying, leading and implementing process improvement projects. This person should meet the criteria for green belts certification in Six Sigma and demonstrate knowledge of lean manufacturing and process improvement

Key Responsibilities:

• Regular and predictable onsite attendance and punctuality. 

• Identify opportunities and implement strategic solutions aligned with Site Metrics, Business Objectives and Site Strategy. 

• Lead and facilitate cross functional process improvement initiatives/teams. 

• Facilitate the implementation/sustainability of cross functional improvements. 

• Define/track performance for key KPI’s.  Clearly quantify/communicate improvement targets/benefits, both theoretical and actual. 

• Communicate identified opportunities, current project(s), implemented improvements and benefits. 

Qualifications:

We value the skills and experiences candidates bring to the table.  While we have listed some qualifications below, we encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet all of them:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or business-related discipline relating to process analysis/improvement and 1-3 years of work experience relating to process analysis/improvement or 6-8 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, process analysis/improvement or project management.

• 1-3 years’ experience in an industrial environment, preferably pharmaceutical, with demonstrated experience in technical, compliance, production or supply chain environments.

• Demonstrated ability to: Define a problem. Determine Cost Analysis and Benefits Case. Identify and utilize resources to drive process improvements. Collect, statistically analyze and interpret data. Establish corrective and preventative actions. Implement improvements of medium to high complexity.

• Demonstrated experience in project management (will consider experience within functional area).

• Demonstrated ability to facilitate and/or be an active participant on teams.

• A minimum of green belt Six Sigma certification. (To be attained during first year on the job).

• Knowledge of lean Manufacturing and other techniques to implement process improvements.

• Proficient in spreadsheet (report formatting, graphing, formula a calculation generation), database, presentation and project management tools.

• Strong technical business writing and oral communication skills.

What We Offer*:

• Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential
• Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution rate of 3% of eligible pay.  Hikma will match 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay that you contribute
• A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date).  Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries
• 3 personal days (prorated based on hire date)
• 11 company paid holidays
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits
• Employee discount program
• Wellbeing rewards program
• Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority
• Career advancement and growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid maternity and parental leave

*Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and depend on the job classification, role, and length of employment.  Benefits are subject to change as well as specific plan or program terms.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Recruiters:

Please note that Hikma has a set roster of approved recruiters for specific roles agreed to in advance and does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies regarding open positions.  In the absence of a signed agreement and approval from Hikma’s Human Resources department to submit resumes for a specific position, Hikma will not approve, nor will be under an obligation to make, any payment to such non-approved third-parties in the event a candidate they refer is hired by Hikma.