Associate Director of Productivity

Job Overview:

This position works with senior management to ensure the strategic implementation and financial goal attainment of continuous improvement (Six Sigma or Lean) and Cost Reduction initiatives.

Scope:

This position leads Productivity efforts for the West Region, including personally leading large and complex Productivity improvement projects as well as managing a small team of Productivity Specialists. This position will also:

• Lead projects/events using a variety of Productivity tools resulting in significant operating profit improvement.

• Provides consultative advice within a specific functional or business area.

• Communicates and exhibits action and compelling need for change.

• Standardizes best practice problem-solving approaches.

• Enforces process discipline.

• Responsible for Key Performance Indicators and Regional reporting.

Reporting Relationships:

This position will report to the Director of Productivity for the West Region. This position will have 3-4 direct reports but is required to work alongside and successfully influence others without having direct personnel management responsibilities. Will also act as an internal consultant to other Productivity professionals and their project teams.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Accountable for Annual Region Cost Savings Target

• Application of Lean and/or Six Sigma tools as Project Lead

• Ensures Lean and Six Sigma activities are aligned with region strategies and activities

• Works with assigned client groups in developing project ideas and chartering projects

• Executes <$1MM Productivity projects in conjunction with other groups

• Develops productivity alternatives with appropriate risk profiles and/or identifies actions to mitigate risks

• May influence outcomes within broad area of responsibility and/or beyond client group

• Monitors best practices and external/internal trends and makes recommendations to improve productivity procedures, methods, and tools

• Provides mentorship to client Green Belts

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years Business/Project Management experience with demonstrated leadership skills

• Bachelor's degree preferably chemical or mechanical engineering, or equivalent technical learning experience

• Strong analytical skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to influence others

• Strong understanding of Microsoft Excel and use of statistical software

• Willingness to travel at least 25% - 35%

• Willingness to work out of the Tempe, AZ Region office or an Area Plant in the West Region, options include Tacoma, WA, Hillsboro, OR, Pittsburg, CA, Wilmington, CA, Ontario, CA, Phoenix, AZ, Magna, UT, or Loveland, CO.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Air Separation, Carbon Dioxide, and Hydrogen Production Process Knowledge

• Prior management experience

• Proven track record of leading teams, as well as influencing others without direct authority

• Lean Six Sigma Project Lead (as Black Belt or Green Belt) experience

• Experience using statistical software and regression analysis tools

• Black Belt Certification

• Project Management Professional Certification and/or equivalent project management experience

About Linde:

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain and protect our planet.

Culture:

At Linde, we strive to create a work environment that treats all employees with respect, supports new thoughts and ideas, encourages growth and development, celebrates our differences, and embraces inclusion. Linde is committed to remaining an employer of choice for the diverse, ever-increasing pool of global talent.

For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit www.linde.com.

Benefits:

Linde Gases US offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

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