JOB DIMENSION Sites, scopes, number of employees, position of manager, market, budget... : Direct report to Bostik operational excellence director : Direct reports: Region Black belt in any : Bostik global role, cross BU (APC/DG/CC/HPC), regional role : In charge of supporting plants located in AMAS : Collaborates/supports actions in other regions if needed : Works closely in conjunction with the Corporate Quality and Operational Excellence Directors : Member of the Global Operational Excellence Team : Member of the Arkema operational excellence community : Location: This position is 50 based at one of the Bostik sites in the US and 50 travel. LI:SL2 CONTEXT and ENVIRONMENT Complexity... : In a Matrix structure working closely with Bostik Corporate, Global Industrial Directors, Regional and Country structures specifically for Operations, Quality, Supply Chain and Finance in particular. : Cross:function as well as cross:cultural collaborations are critical for the success of the role and its objectives. : Travel requirements: 50 ACCOUNTABILITIES/MISSIONS MISSION : : Operational Excellence: Support top line growth by continuously improving customer satisfaction at the right cost level by producing better products, processes and services faster and cheaper in observance of the highest safety standards. TASKS: Drive Manufacturing Performance and Productivity : Key Metrics Focus : Deliver improvements across: stylelist:style:type:circle: : OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) : Enhance availability, performance, and quality. : Plant Reliability : Implement proactive strategies to minimize downtime and failures. : Cost per Ton (EUR/t) : Optimize costs by eliminating inefficiencies and leveraging best practices. : Non:Quality Costs : Reduce defects, rework, and associated waste. : Waste and Emissions : Promote sustainability through reductions in material waste and environmental impact. Build and Execute the Operational Excellence Roadmap : Design a clear roadmap that defines key priorities and strategic actions for the region. : Roll out core improvement programs, such as: stylelist:style:type:circle: : OEE and Reliability Programs : Target specific bottlenecks to boost equipment performance. : Smart Leverage operational excellence basics such as daily performance reviews, visual KPIs, problem solving, and 5S) to engage people in continuous improvement. : Lean Sigma : Eliminate waste and variation, ensuring higher value delivery. : PPM : Identify and execute quality control and process control plans linked to customer critical to use with overarching goal of non:quality cost reduction : Digital OpEx : Propose digital tools to improve efficiency, data accuracy, etc. Identify, Prioritize, and Execute Improvement Opportunities : Build and maintain a robust pipeline of opportunities by analyzing data and conducting site assessments. : Prioritize initiatives based on their potential impact and feasibility. : Ensure effective execution by leading cross:functional teams and leveraging the Green Belt/Black Belt community. Enhance Quality Through Product and Process Modelling (PPM) : Develop and Implement PPM Practices: Establish frameworks for Product and Process Modelling to improve manufacturing consistency, predictability, and scalability. : Standardization: Use PPM to harmonize processes and product specifications across plants. : Simulation and Optimization: Leverage PPM tools to simulate processes, identify inefficiencies, and optimize workflows. : Data:Driven Improvements: Use PPM insights to guide decisions, troubleshoot issues, and refine product and process designs. : Collaboration with Steering Units, R and D ,and Quality Teams: Ensure alignment between process models, R and D requirements, and quality outcomes. Animate and Lead the Regional Operational Excellence Communi