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Operational Excellence Specialist
 US Steel | |
 United States, Indiana, Gary | |
 August 12, 2022 | |
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18-Jul-2022 Operational Excellence Specialist 11486BR Gary Indiana Diversity Commitment UNITED BY STEEL - We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture and celebrate the diversity of our employees. We are all responsible to live these principles and lead by example as we prioritize the physical and psychological safety of every team member. Job Description This job is accountable for the planning and implementation of improvements through the use of six sigma and lean manufacturing techniques.
IDEAL CANDIDATE: * You are an operations or maintenance manager who has demonstrated success under your belt and are looking to move up in the organization. But to take that next step you are missing financial acumen, project management, analysis, coaching, and/or an understanding of how to convert strategy into actionable steps. Well look no further, this is the role for you! You will move up the talent curve while leading tangible improvements that move the business down the cost curve and help us win in strategic markets. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Drive culture change to instill focus on fact-based management practices via the use of Lean Six Sigma and other problem solving methodologies * Prioritize multiple projects to ensure proper allocation of people and financial resources * Accountable for defining, visualizing and managing performance metrics for work area EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related technical field required; i.e., Math, Science - Statistical - Economics - or equivalent years of demonstrated knowledge/experience, equivalent experience with no degree would be five or more years - with degree would need minimum of two years experience * Steel or other Process industry experience strongly desired * Entrepreneurial self starter able to thrive in an unstructured environment * Successful and effective team player, communicator and influencer * Strong focus on creating value for the plant * Ability to communicate and present the proposed improvement ideas to the organization * MS Office (esp. Excel and Powerpoint) * *Level and compensation based on experience. Preferred Skills Lean Six Sigma Certification / experience desirable Requisition Type US-Exempt Company Overview U. S. Steel is a leading steel producer founded in 1901. Today, we're a greener company with an infinitely recyclable product, the world's only LEED-certified steel mill, and an ambitious plan to reduce emissions. Job Category Engineering & Research Competency Summary Think: Think Critically and Drive Change Equal Employment Opportunity Conducting business with integrity and with the highest ethical values has underpinned U. S. Steel's success for over 100 years, and it remains critical to our company's success in the future. U. S. Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) according to job qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, genetics, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, disability status or status as a protected Veteran or any other legally protected group status. (California residents may visit regarding collection of personal information and U. S. Steel's privacy practices.) Company United States Steel Corporation | |