Manager PPI

LocationMarietta, Ohio, USA

Work modeon-site

Typefull-time

SenioritySenior

Company size10,000+ people

First seenOct 10, 2026 · 1d ago

Verified live1d ago

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Experience implementing continuous improvement/lean methodologies in a matrix organization

Demonstrated expertise in lean tools including Strategy Deployment and Value Stream Mapping, Tiered Daily Management Systems, Gemba Walks and Leader Standard Work, Kaizen Events and Problem-Solving Methods, Visual Management and 5S

Strong influencing and change management skills with ability to engage across the organization

Excellent project management capabilities and track record of delivering measurable results

Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities

Strong communication, facilitation and presentation skills

Demonstrated success developing and mentoring teams

Experience with financial analysis and benefits tracking

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and continuous improvement software

Ability to work independently and lead through influence

Preferred Fields of Study: engineering, science, operations, business or related field

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification desired

Additional certifications in PPI, project management or continuous improvement methodologies beneficial

Experience in regulated industries (pharma, medical device) preferred

Knowledge of GMP/quality systems beneficial

Ability to travel up to 30% as needed

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

continuous improvement software

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

About the company

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION:

As a Manager, PPI Business System at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will implement transformational change through our Practical Process Improvement (PPI) Business System. In this impactful role, you’ll work closely with business leadership to establish and develop continuous improvement practices that enable profitable growth, enhance customer experience, and increase employee engagement. You will support the implementation of lean methodologies and guide teams across functions to achieve significant performance results.

Responsibilities

You will lead strategy deployment, facilitate cross-functional improvement initiatives, and build organizational capability in PPI tools and methodologies. Through mentoring and training, you’ll help develop a culture of continuous improvement and problem-solving excellence. Your expertise in lean principles will help optimize processes, reduce waste, and deliver measurable business impact across customer, financial, people, and quality metrics.

This role offers the opportunity to implement meaningful change at an organization dedicated to serving science, working collaboratively with teams to make significant contributions to helping customers make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience implementing continuous improvement/lean methodologies in a matrix organization

• Preferred Fields of Study: engineering, science, operations, business or related field

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification desired

• Additional certifications in PPI, project management or continuous improvement methodologies beneficial

• Demonstrated expertise in lean tools including:

• Strategy Deployment and Value Stream Mapping

• Tiered Daily Management Systems

• Gemba Walks and Leader Standard Work

• Kaizen Events and Problem-Solving Methods

• Visual Management and 5S

• Strong influencing and change management skills with ability to engage across the organization

• Excellent project management capabilities and track record of delivering measurable results

• Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Strong communication, facilitation and presentation skills

• Demonstrated success developing and mentoring teams

• Experience with financial analysis and benefits tracking

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and continuous improvement software

• Ability to travel up to 30% as needed

• Experience in regulated industries (pharma, medical device) preferred

• Knowledge of GMP/quality systems beneficial

• Ability to work independently and lead through influence

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