Sr Specialist, Operational Excellence (Medical Device Manufacturing)

Location: Skaneateles, New York, United States. The role involves office-based work with engagement in a manufacturing environment and occasional travel to manufacturing facilities, training sessions, or industry events.

Salary: $80,000–$110,000 annually, with potential discretionary bonuses.

Company

hirify.global develops healthcare products and solutions focused on advancing healthcare delivery and saving and sustaining lives.

What you will do

• Develop and implement continuous improvement strategies aligned with operational goals and establish KPIs to measure results.
• Analyze processes, identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks, and implement improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, process mapping, and statistical analysis.
• Lead continuous improvement projects from initiation through completion, managing scope, deliverables, timelines, and budgets.
• Train employees in continuous improvement methodologies and foster participation in improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with operations, quality assurance, engineering, and supply chain teams; communicate progress, results, and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Document process improvements, sustain changes through standard operating procedures, and monitor ongoing performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, operations management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in continuous improvement, operations management, or process engineering, preferably in healthcare or medical device manufacturing.
• Experience leading continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. Visa sponsorship and sponsorship transfer are not available.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree or relevant certifications.
• Experience in healthcare or medical device manufacturing.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and family and medical leave benefits.
• 401(k) matching and an employee stock purchase program.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance.
• Workplace practices include EHS compliance, ergonomic resources, and a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous improvement.