Lean Specialist - Process Improvement

Job Purpose   

The Six Sigma Black Belt implements Lean Six Sigma philosophy and methodology through the management of performance improvement projects assigned to them.  This position will lead transformational projects at Weatherford in their assigned responsibility (Finance, HR, Quality,etc)

Roles & Responsibilities

SAFETY, SECURITY & COMPLIANCE

·         Maintains the highest standards of corporate governance, ensuring that all activities are carried out ethically and in compliance with Company’s Security, Compliance & HSE policies, Management System, relevant laws, regulations, standards, and industry practices and complies with the Company’s Rules to Live By

·         Places Quality, Health & Safety, Security and protection of the Environment as core values while never intentionally placing employees, our processes, customers or the communities in which we live and work at risk

·         Seeks continual improvement in Health, Safety, Security & protection of the Environment, taking into account responsible care, process vulnerabilities, public, customer and employee inputs, knowledge and technology and best business practices to exceed customer expectations

·         Supervisors & Managers should demonstrate effective safety leadership for the health and safety arrangements of all subordinates and for any persons visiting them while on the Company premises

QUALITY

·         Responsible for being familiar with the Company's Quality policies and takes an active role in the compliance and improvement of Weatherford’s Management System

·         Maintains service quality as immediate priorities when working across all areas of the business and continually seeks areas for improvement 

OPERATIONS

·         This position manages Lean/Six Sigma projects ensuring timelines, milestones and deadlines are organized, coordinated and met

·         Ensures that the business case for each project is solid and based on appropriate, clear measures and includes clear goals

·         Facilitates transactional process improvements through Lean/Six Sigma methodology focusing on manufacturing and back office

·         Incorporates appropriate change management strategies and tools into project management

·         Trains the workforce as appropriate

·         Facilitates team meetings effectively and productively

·         Uses rigorous data collection and analysis to guide effective team decision-making

·         Scientifically tests solutions then selects and hardwires the best solutions that eliminate waste and improve efficiency and quality/financial results

·         Incorporates a long-term control plan to sustain results

·         Prepares and delivers reports/presentations at key intervals throughout the project

·         Obtains project sponsor approval at each milestone and at project closure/handoff 

COMMUNICATION

·         Maintains effective communications with all key stakeholders both internal and where appropriate external

·         Supervisors & Managers should clearly communicate expectations, roles and responsibilities to their reports 

FINANCIAL

·         All employees have an accountability to the organization to be financially responsible whether they are in charge of a function budget or simply their own expenses

·         Costs incurred should be within approved budget, processed within agreed time frames & following the relevant financial policy and procedure 

Experience & Education

REQUIRED

·         Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

·         10+ years of experience in process improvement and project leadership

·         Proven track record in lean/six sigma implementation through redesigned processes

·         Six Sigma Black Belt certified  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

REQUIRED

·         Comprehensive knowledge of operational excellence, Six Sigma, Lean systems and principles.

·         Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

·         Develops workable implementation plans, communicate changes effectively, and build commitment and overcome resistance.

·         Ability to learn the various operations processes

About Us: 

Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation. 

When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger – a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other’s successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford. 

Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.