JOB TITLE: CO-OP, OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

Reports to: David Ledoux, Sr. Manager, Operational Excellence

When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work, like helping customers in finding cures for cancer, protecting the environment or making sure our food is safe. Your work will have real-world impact, and you’ll be supported in achieving your career goals.

LOCATION/DIVISION SPECIFIC INFORMATION

Thermo Fisher Scientific - Viral Vector Services (VVS) is a rapidly growing, dynamic gene therapy contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that is seeking sharp individuals to bring the highest quality processes, products and testing to our clients. Our employees are committed to making a difference in our organization, for our client partners and the patients we serve. We are looking for top talent with proven competencies and strong character to join our team and help lead our organization into the future.

The team in Cambridge, MA is energetic and engaged with PPI (Practical Process Improvement), finding a better way to do the work.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?

The Operational Excellence Co-op will assist in problem solving and performance improvement initiatives by utilizing the Lean / PPI Business System tool set.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Partnering with a cross-functional team to successfully follow the PPI 8 step process to develop and implement solutions
• Conducts Gemba Walks to identify process improvement opportunities.
• Participate in Kaizens and Projects.
• Coach the teams in Daily Tiered Management.
• Train associates in PPI tools and concepts.
• Build and mantiain PPI tools and databases to help quantify improvement impact
• Promote the transformation of a reactive organizational culture to one that is more proactive, utilizing data driven decision-making, and giving priority to preventative actions.

HOW WILL YOU GET HERE?

• Persuing BSc/BA in a engineering discipline such as Industrial, chemical, biochemical, etc.
• Understanding and interest in PPI, 6 Sigma, Lean, OEE, and/or other continuous improvement methodologies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Ability to work well in a cross-functional team environment
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills with a focus on coaching and influencing others.
• Proficient computer skills with a desired knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Smartsheet and Visio.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluency in English.

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 70,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

As the world’s leader in serving science, Thermo Fisher Scientific's professionals develop critical solutions—and build rewarding careers. They help customers in finding cures for cancer, protecting the environment, making sure food is safe, and so much more. When you #StartYourStory with Thermo Fisher, you are guaranteed meaningful work - both personally and professionally.