Eaton’s Electrical division is currently seeking an OPEX Manager to join our team. This position is based at our Washington, PA location. Relocation assistance will be provided. Position Overview: The Operational Excellence (OpEx) /Quality Manager will be based out of our Washington, PA facility of Eaton’s Crouse Hinds, B-Line and Oil & Gas business and be responsible to deploy the proven tools and processes of Eaton Business Systems (EBS), Eaton Lean Six Sigma (ELSS) and Eaton Quality Management System (EQMS); in order to drive performance excellence to improve competitiveness and customer satisfaction as measured through Eaton’s prescribed metrics and standard assessment practice. This position will report directly to the Plant Manager with functional report to the division OpEx manager while maintaining a functional connection to the Global Quality Director. This role is a key member of the Leadership Team and promotes a plant culture of Continuous Improvement, Lean and Quality to drive change. Job duties support the creation and implementation of Eaton Lean Six Sigma strategies, which will lead to improvements in areas such as employee safety, quality performance, factory margins, product delivery performance and reductions in product/process variation. As the electrical industry's global leader for explosion proof and hazardous environments, Eaton’s Crouse-Hinds Business is constantly pushing forward and looking ahead, advancing electrical and instrumentation products in new and innovative ways. Eaton's Crouse-Hinds Business manufactures over 100,000 products for NEC and IEC applications, including: conduit fittings and cable glands, industrial control and electrical apparatus, enclosures, industrial luminaires (including LED), plugs and receptacles, drilling and marine products, commercial construction and solar solutions. Washington, PA is the home of the Eaton Crouse-Hinds commercial outlet box facility which manufactures steel boxes, covers, and pre-fabricated electrical assemblies. Manufacturing 1.3 million units per week, this highly automated and fast paced environment places a high value on talented professionals that are focus on problem solving and efficiency. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. In this role you will: Build ELSS organizational capability and develop local ELSS/CI Tool Champions by providing training and consulting support. Utilize change management techniques such as ADKAR to effectively drive and sustain process improvements. Lead the Eaton Continuous Improvement Framework (CIF) deployment (visual controls, process standardization, leader standard work, Gemba walks, manning strategy, daily accountability, process checks and CI for everyone). Responsible for working with Plant and Divisional leadership in identifying high-priority areas for improvement from annual Plant level Value Stream Mapping rounds: in order to ensure ELSS efforts are aligned to and fully support Profit Plan and Strategic Plan goals. Plan and support successful kaizen / Rapid Improvement Events (RIE). Identify & promote Best-Practices within Plant and the Eaton Global Community of Best Practice sharing. Lead self-assessments, monitor assessment outcomes and corrective action plans, and impact on business results. Coach and mentor other functions (EHS, Production, etc.) in root cause analysis and problem-solving tools/methods (Six Sigma, 8D, etc.). Support the achievement of Plant Cost Out goals as established by Profit Plan. Manage and maintain the Cost Out project database and diagonal. Responsible for driving quality systems (ISO, TS and others) manufacturing compliance to agency requirements (UL, ATEX and others) improving the Cost of Non-Conformance and leading teams to reduce customer complaints. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. #LI-LD1 Qualifications Required (Basic) Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited Institution is required. Minimum 3 years of Continuous Improvement Experience in Manufacturing environment Minimum 1 year of Quality Experience Must be authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship Position Criteria: Demonstrated proficiency with lean manufacturing tools/elements (VSM, 5S, Std Work, Set-Up Reduction, etc.). Thorough understanding of problem-solving methodologies used in determining root cause and formulating corrective action(s) - i.e. 8D, root cause analysis, Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis, control charts, Pareto charts, etc. Thorough understanding of production environments (low volume/high mix and high volume/low mix) including safety requirements and use of lean techniques in these environments Familiarity with ISO requirements including participation in Audits CQM or CQE. Proficiency with components of Eaton Lean Six Sigma, Eaton Business System, MEHS, ProLaunch, etc. Proven leadership capability with excellent communication skills. Ability to drive results by developing and empowering teams. We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site. Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites) Healthcare/retirement savings programs Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico) Eaton considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call 412-893-3600 or send an email to: AccommodationsForApplying@Eaton.com What you will get from us Eaton’s mission is to improve the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services. We provide sustainable solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power – more safely, more efficiently and more reliably. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. Eaton’s 2020 revenues were $17.9 billion, and we sell products to customers in more than 175 countries. We have approximately 85,000 employees. We make work exciting, engaging and meaningful for our employees through our dedication to tackling some of the toughest power management challenges on the planet and by never losing sight of what matters. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We pledge to always foster a diverse and inclusive environment, including inclusion resource groups that bring together employees who share a common purpose, interest or background. In the past year, our company has received top employment recognition by the Human Rights Campaign and almost fifty percent of our Board of Directors represented diverse groups. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the recent announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. We are ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and committed to learning. We are confident we can deliver on our promise to improve the quality of life and the environment because of the attributes that our employees embody. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Job: Operational Excellence Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico Organization: EPG CHD EP Americas 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, 10 % of the Time