Manager, Continuous Improvement & Six Sigma

Quidel Corporation (Nasdaq: QDEL) is a California-based manufacturer of diagnostic healthcare solutions serving to enhance the health and well being of people around the globe through the development of diagnostic solutions that can lead to improved patient outcomes and provide economic benefits to the healthcare system.

The Manager of Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma will be required to build, expand and support a continuous improvement framework through Lean Six Sigma methodologies in order to increase Operational efficiencies in Production.

* Develops, prioritizes, and integrates Engineering strategies and support into the manufacturing organization * Provides mentoring, guidance and support to Assembly manufacturing management * Champion Lean Culture Change * Advocate and influence change, passionately driving process excellence and continually striving for ‘Breakthrough Improvement’ in all projects. * Provide coaching and leadership in the deployment of Lean Principles, Systems, and Tools * Mentor and advise on key deliverables for each Phase of DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) methodology for both Lean and Six Sigma projects. * Determine correct strategy for Lean and Six Sigma projects, taking problem statement and defining appropriate metrics to enable successful execution. * Complete and mentor comprehensive Lean and Six Sigma data analysis, leveraging experience in selecting appropriate tools to be used for drawing key conclusions. * Provide expert Lean and Six Sigma advice and technical support to process improvement teams. * Lead Lean and Six Sigma projects as required * Continually learn by research and doing, combining best practice with custom site needs. * Develop and share new methods and techniques to further the advancement of Lean and Six Sigma throughout the organization. * Function as a key contributor to the continuous improvement of both internal to GIS and business processes. * Work closely with the business to identify training goals and improvement opportunities.

* Degree in Industrial Engineering or Engineering or related field required. * MBA Preferred – or working knowledge of business financials and manufacturing product / process costs * At least 7 years’ experience practicing Lean and Six Sigma across multiple business processes required * Six Sigma Training required, Black Belt preferred * Lean and 5S Training required * Passion for learning and Process Focused * Value Stream Mapping Knowledge * Continual improvement process through Kaizen Methodology * Comfortable at implementing significant change through formal OCM methodologies * Ability to execute without direct authority * Innovative by nature with proven track record * Proven track record in people and project management. * Ability to interact with multiple layers and diverse responsibility groups within IT, Business and IT Compliance department.