Join Eaton and help us provide energy-efficient solutions that have a real impact on the environment. We make what matters work. Find out more on https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baa_aiJ4L7E Do you want to work for a global player, where we care about ethics, inclusion and diversity and our people? The Division Operational Excellence (OPEX) Manager is responsible for leading the development of Filtration division capabilities in the area of continuous improvement in all functions of the business (manufacturing and non-manufacturing). This role is a hands-on position with a focus on developing organizational capability, teaching and transferring best practices, and acting as the champion of standard Eaton processes. Key responsibilities of the role include driving the sites to world class performance by improving maturity on site Operations Assessments (OpA) and developing a sustainable CI culture across the division. Key metrics for the position are lean and indirect cost out. Your key deliverables: Lead the development and deployment of the CI strategy ensuring alignment with the Filtration business priorities Develop plans to achieve lean and indirect cost out in line with profit plan; collaborate with regional Eaton teams to seek support for sites Advance maturity level of Operations Assessment at all sites. Provide guidance and leadership to the sites Partner with the business, plants and functional leadership teams to develop plans and facilitate EBS-Pull process deployment to meet Eaton standard processes and business goals by leading the development and implementation of the Eaton Business System (EBS) at the sites. This includes setting the strategy, defining actions, and leading cross-functional activities (coordinating with other internal Eaton tools and processes such as ELSS, EBE, EQS, MESH) Sponsor and facilitate CI events at the sites including Integrated Deck Building workshops Strengthen CI organizational structure to support strategic initiatives and integrate functional needs into the development of short and long range operational plans Provide a focal point for consolidation of regional performance and provide leadership in helping the businesses recognize and adopt best practices Utilize EBS tools to eliminate waste while driving customer satisfaction, cost reduction, and improved working capital performance Drive a high standard of deployment of the tools ensuring consistency and quality of CI efforts Promote and advance EBS processes (ELSS, EQS, MESH, MMA, PROlaunch) via training, mentoring and provide train-the-trainer leadership across the region Represent the division on Eaton CI/Opex steering committees, councils or task forces Qualifications Are you? Required: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business from an accredited university At least 8 years of combined experience in manufacturing, manufacturing engineering, quality, lean manufacturing, or operational functions (meaning roles that influence results in the areas of quality, delivery, inventory, productivity, continuous improvement) At least 3 years of experience managing people Prior experience with change management and process deployment Knowledge and experience with Quality Systems, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methods, approaches and tools, including strategic management and project management English language skills Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business Six Sigma Blackbelt Certification (or other Lean Manufacturing or Quality System certification) Prior experience on the leadership team in a manufacturing facility Prior experience in the automotive industry or an engineer-to-order business Knowledge and experience with Business Excellence process / criteria e.g.the Malcolm Baldridge Award Knowledge and experience with the deployment of Eaton’s EBS tools and processes (EQS, ELSS, OpA, EBE) Position Criteria: Ability to work in a matrix environment, get results and drive change through others Effective oral and written communication skills, analytical skills,and organizational/planning skills Ability to manage by influenceBS degree in Finance or Accounting, CPA/CMA/MBA preferred or equivalent local professional qualifications Minimum of nine years of professional experience Sound working knowledge of SOX, US GAAP and local statutory requirements Technical capability to prepare, analyse and interpret financial and operational data/reports Good superior analytical and thinking skills; Intellectual rigor and curiosity; problem-solving capability Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities often with demanding time constraints Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to motivate and help direct the organization; exhibits managerial courage in defending a position and handling conflict Strong verbal and written communication abilities to achieve clear alignment between plant and region/division Strong change management leadership skills required to drive environment of continuous improvement Solid professional presence and confidence required to interact and command respect from Plant Leadership team Fluent English Then we want to hear about you! What Eaton offers: Competitive compensation and benefits package (bonus, company car, medical insurance) Contract in fast growing global company Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team Great promotional opportunities – We encourage internal promotion, whenever possible Excellent working environment – safety and ethic are really important for us Culture & Values – We are more than the products we invent and produce – the way we do business is just as important. At Eaton, our values and culture define who we are – both individually and as an organization – and direct our activities every day Inclusion & Diversity - Openness to diversity widens our access to the best talent. Inclusion allows us to engage that talent fully Learning & Development - We invest in our employees for the long term – not just with salary and benefits, but with ongoing learning and development opportunities made available through Eaton University Wellness - Wellness at Eaton is more than a program, it’s about changing the environment by offering the right tools to help empower employees to make that happen #LI-MK1 We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law. We make what matters work. Everywhere you look—from the technology and machinery that surrounds us, to the critical services and infrastructure that we depend on every day—you’ll find one thing in common. It all relies on power. That’s why Eaton is dedicated to improving people’s lives and the environment with power management technologies that are more reliable, efficient, safe and sustainable. Because this is what matters. We are confident we can deliver on this promise because of the attributes that our employees embody. We’re ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and we’re committed to learning. These values enable us to tackle some of the toughest challenges on the planet, never losing sight of what matters. Job: Operational Excellence Region: Europe, Middle East, Africa Organization: FFD Fluid Filtration Division Job Level: Manager Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: No Does this position offer relocation?: Relocation from within hiring country only Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time