Corporate EBX Director

Job Description:

There's never been a better time to join our team. The thousands of ESAB associates located around the world share a common set of goals and values that drive our success and unparalleled innovation in fabrication technology and specialty gas control equipment. At ESAB, we value and respect everyone's uniqueness and know that our experiences as individuals strengthen our company. And we know that our ability to collaborate, transform, and empower one another is what makes us unstoppable.

With our culture of continuous improvement and innovation and our commitment to living our values, working at ESAB is a career experience like no other. We have more than 9,000 passionate associates in locations across six continents, and we empower our team members to shape the world we imagine every day.

If you have a strong desire to be part of a team that delivers cutting-edge innovations and solutions and positively impacts the community, please check out our career opportunities. We help serve a diverse range of industries such as healthcare, automotive, aerospace, renewable energy, robotics, shipbuilding, and so much more.

As part of the corporate EBX (ESAB Business Excellence - our version of lean/Toyota Production System) organization, the Corporate EBX Director will be responsible for providing EBX deployment support to our operating sites and corporate functions. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, improving efficiency, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The role will require significant travel (~65-75%) which will be a mix of domestic and international (mostly within the Americas, but occasionally to other geographies). The home location for this US-based position is somewhat flexible, but preferably near one of our operating sites or corporate headquarters. This position provides the successful candidate with an excellent opportunity for broad exposure to our various businesses and their leadership teams. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of lean methodologies, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record of successful project management.

• Provide master-level guidance to our operating site leadership teams for driving process and cultural transformation through EBX.

• Partner with ESAB sites to drive significant improvement in quality, on-time delivery, operating costs, and inventory via appropriate application of EBX principles and tools.

• Shepherd development of a Model Value Stream within each supported site as a means of creating robust, scalable learning.

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of lean initiatives. Monitor and report on progress, providing actionable insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.

• Act as change agent in challenging existing approaches and performance.

• Mentor and coach plant managers and teams to build local EBX capabilities and sustain improvements.

• Guide and develop site level EBX professionals.

• Conduct and/or coordinate EBX training. Assure quality of training conducted by operating site EBX personnel. Conduct "train-the-trainer" sessions as needed.

• Act as consultant and/or leader for kaizen events as required.

• Guide planning for rapid deployment of EBX tools and processes during acquisition integration. Assist local leadership in acquired businesses with the execution of EBX deployment plan.

• Provide support to Corporate VP - EBX and develop tools, methods, and programs for use across the corporation.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with 2+ years in a significant leadership role (Value Stream Manager or higher).

• Deep and broad knowledge of lean/TPS principles and tools.

• Demonstrated ability to successfully implement lean/TPS principles within low volume, high mix manufacturing environments and in office processes.

• Ability to effectively train and mentor others on lean/TPS principles.

• Outstanding group facilitation, training, communication, and presentation skills.

• Effective and collaborative problem-solving skills.

• Self-motivation, drive, energy, and resilience.

• Excellent interpersonal skills: positive, persuasive, motivating.

• Demonstrated talent for building effective relationships with individuals at all levels in the organization.

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.

• Strong business acumen and financial analysis skills.

• Track record of successful Lean/Toyota Production System implementation in a manufacturing environment is essential.

• Willingness to travel ~65-75% both domestically and internationally (mostly within the Americas, but occasionally to other geographies).

• BS degree in accredited engineering, physical sciences, or business program.

• MBA or MS degree desirable.

• Fluency in English language is required. Spanish and/or Portuguese language skill considered a plus.

• Previous experience with acquisition integration is considered a plus.

• Previous experience in consulting and/or multi-site support role considered desirable.

• Working knowledge of Six Sigma techniques with Black Belt certification considered a plus.

• Exceptional communicator at all employee levels including senior executives

• Strong proponent of ESAB's values and behaviors and EBX principles

• Drives continuous improvement

• Effective at building relationships and trust

• Strong collaboration skills across functions and business platforms

• Negotiates with associates with a respectful give-and-take approach, where decisions are shared

• Comfortable working in a global matrix organization

• Results-oriented with the ability to make decisions and to follow through on programs and policies which have been developed

• Bias for action; a sense of urgency; self-starter; moves with speed

• Focus on delivering results and continuous improvement

• Manages workload efficiently and effectively

• Agile mind; quick on one's feet

• Prioritizes for maximum impact

• Good at synthesizing data and distilling key points

• Can dive deep into detail to support root cause analysis, yet understands the big picture

• Insightful, deductive reasoner, fact-based problem solver

• Influencing and driving performance without authority

• Integrity, credibility, and character with demonstrated ethical behaviors

• A team player and leader with the self-confidence, humility, and consultative skills to positively influence the business

• A tenacious, operationally minded individual with a strong work ethic

ESAB prides itself as a great place to start or continue a career in the manufacturing industry. With locations throughout the world, ESAB is a global company with a rich tradition of industry leadership. ESAB careers offer room for advancement, a trusted work atmosphere, generous benefits and much more.

There are many opportunities to build a career with ESAB in a wide range of roles. We have a strong, customer focused culture and continuously look for people who will add value to our businesses and to the products and services we offer.

Team oriented, involved associates are our most valuable resources, and we are passionate about attracting, developing, and retaining the best talent. Building the right team and giving them the right environment in which to work leads to solutions that help our customers win, which is a win for us, too.

At ESAB, you will find a multi-cultural work environment that values ideas, rewards initiative, and encourages involvement in the workplace and also in the community. Your opportunities to learn, collaborate and achieve your goals are virtually unlimited.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of sex, color, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), religion, military/veteran status, national origin, marital status, family or caregiver responsibilities, or any other characteristic or status protected by law.