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Operational Excellence Lead Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at TASC Outsourcing
Title: Operational Excellence Lead
Company: TASC Outsourcing
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
We’re Hiring | Operational Excellence Executive / Supervisor – Pharmaceutical Formulation
We’re looking for an experienced Operational Excellence Executive / Supervisor to join a leading manufacturing organization and play a key role in enhancing productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
Location: Saudi Arabia
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
- Improve OEE, manufacturing yield, productivity, and Batch Right First Time (BRFT).
- Drive cost reduction, waste elimination, and process optimization projects.
- Analyze manufacturing data and prepare KPI dashboards.
- Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and ensure effective CAPA implementation.
- Facilitate Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), and SMED projects.
- Support digital manufacturing initiatives, including MES, ERP, and data analytics.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Production, QA, QC, Engineering, Warehouse, Supply Chain, and Maintenance.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- 3–6 years of experience in Operational Excellence within pharmaceutical formulation manufacturing.
- Hands-on experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, and Continuous Improvement.
- Exposure to tablets, capsules, creams, ointments, oral liquids, oncology, or sterile manufacturing is preferred.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification is an advantage.
- Knowledge of SAP, MES, Power BI, and advanced Excel is preferred.
We’re Looking For:
✔ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
✔ Data-driven mindset with excellent communication skills
✔ Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment