Operational Excellence Senior Specialist

OPEX Senior Specialist | Arica, Chile

We have a vision bigger than the ocean: to be a true integrator of container logistics by connecting and simplifying our customers’ supply chains. We rely on our people to make it happen. We’re taking a major step on this journey, carrying out a vital mission: supporting our employees so they can better support our customers.

🌟 What We Offer:

• Exciting career opportunities with international reach to further expand your experience through our award-winning talent development initiatives focused on diversity.
• An energizing environment focused on innovation, designed to keep you motivated.
• A talented, genuinely diverse team guided by values that inspire passion and mutual support.
• A culture of equity, mutual respect, accountability, and care for our business and customers.
• A competitive compensation and benefits package for full-time employees.
• Globally recognized talent policies, consistently investing in personal and professional development.

We value the diversity of our talent and always strive to hire the best person for the job. We’re proud of this and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high-performing teams. If you're interested in this position and want to build a career with us, we invite you to join our team!

🛠️ Job Responsibilities:

• Drive Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence initiatives across depot operations, improving safety, quality, efficiency, and business performance.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, RCA, 5 Whys, and Value Stream Mapping to identify root causes and implement sustainable improvements.
• Partner with site leaders and frontline teams, working directly in the Gemba to identify and implement improvement opportunities.
• Analyze processes, data, and KPIs to translate operational opportunities into measurable results and savings.
• Coach and influence teams across different organizational levels to strengthen Continuous Improvement capabilities and practices.

🎯 What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of experience in Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, process improvement, or related operational roles.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification is required, with strong practical knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and structured problem solving.
• Experience in logistics, manufacturing, food production, or other operational environments.
• Strong analytical, communication, and influencing skills, with a hands-on, Gemba-oriented approach.
• Advanced Excel, intermediate Power BI, and conversational English.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

📍 Location & Mobility:

• The position is based in Arica, Chile, working 100% on-site, five days per week.
• The role also supports depot operations in Iquique and Mejillones, requiring periodic travel according to operational needs.
• Business travel expenses outside the base site are covered by the company.

We're looking for someone who combines Operational Excellence expertise with a strong analytical mindset, hands-on operational approach, and the ability to influence at different levels of the organization. Someone who can connect with frontline teams, understand operational challenges, and turn improvement opportunities into measurable and sustainable results.

Apply now and help shape the future of logistics.

🌍 Learn More About Us.

A.P. Moller-Maersk is an integrated logistics company working to connect and simplify our customers’ supply chains.

As a global leader in transportation services, we operate in 130 countries and employ around 70,000 people.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities and provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value diversity and prohibit discrimination against any candidate based on race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, nationality, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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