Operations Excellence Specialist - Senior

Cummins · Phaltan

Job Summary

Provides Operations Excellence support for plant operations by driving continuous improvement initiatives aligned with the Cummins Operating System (COS). Supports manufacturing and supply chain operations through process optimization, people capability development, managed expense initiatives, and business continuity planning. Partners with cross-functional teams to improve operational effectiveness, plant maturity, and overall customer outcomes.

Key Responsibilities Operations Excellence & Continuous Improvement

Drive Operations Excellence initiatives aligned with Cummins Operating System (COS) principles and standards.
Lead continuous improvement projects to enhance manufacturing efficiency, quality, and operational performance.
Identify improvement opportunities and implement process optimization and waste reduction methodologies.
Support plant maturity goals and execute Operations Excellence roadmap initiatives.

Plant Operations Support

Drive managed expense initiatives across plant operations.
Coordinate business continuity activities and operational support for the plant.
Work closely with manufacturing and supply chain teams to improve end-to-end operational performance.
Lead and coach teams on manufacturing standards, working methods, and operational best practices.

People & Culture Development

Develop and promote a team-based work culture on the shop floor.
Lead employee engagement, reward & recognition, and capability development initiatives.
Coach and mentor employees and leaders on continuous improvement practices and problem-solving methodologies.
Support knowledge sharing and development of plant subject matter expertise.

Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Collaborate with business leaders, functional teams, and process owners to achieve plant objectives.
Lead communications and influence stakeholders to support improvement initiatives.
Manage cross-functional projects and support implementation of operational excellence strategies.

Health, Safety & Compliance

Promote compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures.
Support a safe and inclusive working environment while driving operational improvements.

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law. Provides Operations Excellence support for plant operations by driving continuous improvement initiatives aligned with the Cummins Operating System (COS). Supports manufacturing and supply chain operations through process optimization, people capability development, managed expense initiatives, and business continuity planning. Partners with cross-functional teams to improve operational effectiveness, plant maturity, and overall customer outcomes.

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