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Continuous Improvement Lead Specialist
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CEVA SANTE ANIMALE Ceva Animal Health believes our success is linked to our passionate people researching, developing, producing, and supplying innovative health solutions for all animals. We are committed to ensuring the highest possible level of care and well-being for farm animals, companion animals, and wildlife. Our “Together, Beyond Animal Health” vision emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of people, animals, and our planet are totally interlinked. As part of our “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” policy, Ceva Animal Health is committed to the employment of people with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process. Job Summary And Purpose
The Continuous Improvement Lead Specialist plays a key role in strategically influencing process simplification, operational efficiency, and cultural change across the biological manufacturing site for animal vaccines in Lenexa. Responsibilities And Key Duties
Own the CI roadmap for a functional area or production stream, aligning initiatives with site-level strategic goals. Lead cross-functional CI teams, driving accountability and results across departments. Report on CI performance to site leadership, including ROI, KPI trends, and cultural adoption metrics. Mentor and coach CI Specialists and project teams, fostering Lean thinking and structured problem-solving. Serve as a CI ambassador, influencing leadership and frontline teams to adopt a continuous improvement mindset. Lead high-impact Kaizen events and A3 projects, ensuring measurable outcomes and sustainability. Design and implement advanced CI tools and systems. Core Competencies
DRIVE AMBITION AND ACCOUNTABILITY: Inspire people to get entrepreneurial spirit by being a role model. INFLUENCE OTHERS: Manage internal conflicts of interest by influencing. COLLABORATE WITH EMPATHY: Proactively act in a collaborative way to consider others. SHAPE SOLUTIONS OUT OF COMPLEXITY: Keen in listening to other trends and ideas to enrich solutions’ perspectives. CLIENT FOCUS: Enable clear communication to respond accurately to any concerns and needs. Technical / Functional Competencies
High level of proficiency in Lean tools, including 5S, Gemba, Kanban, PDCA, Kaizen, OEE, VSM. Demonstrated knowledge and application of structured problem-solving techniques. Well-versed in using Microsoft Office Suite, Visio, PowerBI, MiniTab, and ERP systems. Demonstrable advanced project management skills. Working proficiency in computer programs necessary to support data mining, trending, statistical analysis, and graphical reporting. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, science, or closely related field required. Master’s preferred. 5–7+ years CI experience, with leadership of cross-functional CI projects within a bio or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. Physical Requirements
Ability to read, write legibly and communicate in English. Visual inspection. Working Conditions
Ability to qualify to work in a clean room environment when needed. Travel Required
N/A. Ceva is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Continuous Improvement Lead Specialist
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CEVA SANTE ANIMALE Ceva Animal Health believes our success is linked to our passionate people researching, developing, producing, and supplying innovative health solutions for all animals. We are committed to ensuring the highest possible level of care and well-being for farm animals, companion animals, and wildlife. Our “Together, Beyond Animal Health” vision emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of people, animals, and our planet are totally interlinked. As part of our “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” policy, Ceva Animal Health is committed to the employment of people with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process. Job Summary And Purpose
The Continuous Improvement Lead Specialist plays a key role in strategically influencing process simplification, operational efficiency, and cultural change across the biological manufacturing site for animal vaccines in Lenexa. Responsibilities And Key Duties
Own the CI roadmap for a functional area or production stream, aligning initiatives with site-level strategic goals. Lead cross-functional CI teams, driving accountability and results across departments. Report on CI performance to site leadership, including ROI, KPI trends, and cultural adoption metrics. Mentor and coach CI Specialists and project teams, fostering Lean thinking and structured problem-solving. Serve as a CI ambassador, influencing leadership and frontline teams to adopt a continuous improvement mindset. Lead high-impact Kaizen events and A3 projects, ensuring measurable outcomes and sustainability. Design and implement advanced CI tools and systems. Core Competencies
DRIVE AMBITION AND ACCOUNTABILITY: Inspire people to get entrepreneurial spirit by being a role model. INFLUENCE OTHERS: Manage internal conflicts of interest by influencing. COLLABORATE WITH EMPATHY: Proactively act in a collaborative way to consider others. SHAPE SOLUTIONS OUT OF COMPLEXITY: Keen in listening to other trends and ideas to enrich solutions’ perspectives. CLIENT FOCUS: Enable clear communication to respond accurately to any concerns and needs. Technical / Functional Competencies
High level of proficiency in Lean tools, including 5S, Gemba, Kanban, PDCA, Kaizen, OEE, VSM. Demonstrated knowledge and application of structured problem-solving techniques. Well-versed in using Microsoft Office Suite, Visio, PowerBI, MiniTab, and ERP systems. Demonstrable advanced project management skills. Working proficiency in computer programs necessary to support data mining, trending, statistical analysis, and graphical reporting. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, science, or closely related field required. Master’s preferred. 5–7+ years CI experience, with leadership of cross-functional CI projects within a bio or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. Physical Requirements
Ability to read, write legibly and communicate in English. Visual inspection. Working Conditions
Ability to qualify to work in a clean room environment when needed. Travel Required
N/A. Ceva is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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