Operational Excellence/Facilities-Safety Specialist

Radwell International is seeking an Operational Excellence - Facilities/Safety Specialist (SME). The Operational Excellence, Facilities & Safety Specialist is a hands-on practitioner who ensures safe, efficient, and continuously improving site operations. This practitioner will have responsibility for Operational Excellence (Lean-CI), Facilities & Safety (EHS), to support day-to-day execution while building a culture of everyday problem solving. As a trusted site resource, the Specialist champions safety, reliability, and continuous improvement-working directly with employees, leaders, and external partners to maintain facilities, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver measurable improvements in quality, delivery, efficiency, and customer experience. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Execute site Operational Excellence and Safety training plans. * Facilitate employee training sessions on Lean tools, tier meeting effectiveness, and safe work practices. * Collect, validate, and maintain site KPIs, bowlers, and metrics for daily, monthly, and quarterly business reviews. * Provide administrative and logistical support for improvement events, training, and audits. * Reinforce data-driven behaviors by supporting KPI-based problem solving and action tracking. Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement * Implement a site-level culture of continuous improvement and everyday problem solving. * Lead and facilitate smaller-scale, data-driven Kaizen, 5S, RCCM, and process improvement events. * Analyze processes to identify waste, risk, cost, and improvement opportunities. * Participate in daily accountability tier performance dialogues. * Capture, track, and report improvement results, savings, and maturity metrics. * Support site deployment through execution of Lean-CI strategic initiatives. Facilities Operations & Maintenance * Facilitate and execute the safe and efficient operation of site facilities, including HVAC, electrical, mechanical, lighting, plumbing, conveyors, fire protection, and safety systems (within qualification). * Coordinate internal and outsourced services (janitorial, landscaping, waste management, vending, etc). * Maintain company assets, tools, equipment, and facility-related inventories. * Establish and execute preventive maintenance schedules and daily/weekly/monthly checklists. * Liaise with contractors, obtain quotes, and recommend solutions. * Maintain compliance for racking, pallet trucks, hoists, lifts, and material handling equipment. * Support recycling and sustainability activities under ISO / Regulatory guidelines. * Maintain facility security, fire, and intrusion systems in compliance with regulations. Safety & EHS Compliance * Support planning, implementation, and maintenance of site EHS programs in compliance with OSHA and applicable regulations. * Manage and audit Safety across location. * Facilitate safety committee meetings and site incident investigations. * Coordinate and support safety training (5S, Lockout/Tagout, PPE, forklift safety). * Conduct safety audits and walkthroughs across production and non-production areas. * Maintain safety equipment (fire extinguishers, eyewash stations, first aid supplies). * Support fire drills, emergency preparedness, and regulatory reporting (e.g., ISO, RIDL). * Maintain accurate and timely EHS documentation and records (e.g.,SDS, inspections). Required Skills * Foundational understanding of Lean, CI, or structured problem-solving concepts (e.g., 5S, standard work, root cause analysis). * Comfort working with KPIs, basic data analysis, and visual management tools. * Strong communication, collaboration, and facilitation skills. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office; exposure to dashboards or ERP systems is beneficial. * Curiosity, adaptability, and a strong desire to learn and improve. * Strong analytical and critical thinking skills/thinking out of the box. * Ability to partner with and persuade a diverse range of organizational levels and establish positive working relationships * Experience in hands-on maintenance and equipment care * Exposure to Lean, Continuous Improvement, EHS, or facilities management preferred. * Experience working in regulated environments (OSHA, ISO, GMP, customs - shipping, safety compliance) is a plus. * Demonstrated commitment to ethical conduct, leadership development, and continuous improvement. Required Experience * 2 year Associate degree or technical certification in Electronics or related field preferred * 5+ years of hands-on technical repair experience and/or technical training preferred * Prior experience training, mentoring, or coaching others strongly preferred * Exposure to Lean, Continuous Improvement, or problem-solving methodologies preferred (eg. Six Sigma Green Belt / Black Belt a plus - formal certification not required) * Experience supporting projects, teams, or improvement initiatives in a team-based environment is a plus. Technical knowledge of electronic or industrial products is highly desirable

Created: 2026-04-02