cLEAN Partner I
About The DepartmentAt Novo Nordisk, we want to make a difference. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our Product Supply Aseptic Manufacturing (PS AM) facility in Clayton, NC is a 457,000 square foot aseptic "fill and finish" site that is responsible for producing innovative, injectable diabetes and obesity treatments. At PS AM, you’ll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do.What We Offer YouLeading pay and annual performance bonus for all positionsAll employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidaysHealth Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day oneGuaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match optionFamily Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leaveFree access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical productsTuition Assistance Life & Disability InsuranceEmployee Referral AwardsAt Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.The PositionEnable & inspire NNPILP to "live cLEAN®" by driving continuous improvement (CI) mindset throughout the site; providing cLEAN® tools, training, & expertise; supporting CI projects & initiatives.RelationshipsReports to ManagerEssential FunctionsAssist senior team members to develop Continuous Improvement plans; identify, prioritize, & initiate CI opportunities; follow-through on Continuous Improvement activitiesProvide coaching to develop the cLEAN® mindsetAid in SPS through facilitating & coachingSupport &facilitate CI kaizen workshops, problem solving workshopsCommunicate across sites to share best practices, success stories, ideas; collaborate across NNPILP API US, IFP, IFP FFEx & PS sites as appropriateAssist in formal training in cLEAN® programs across sitesProvide coaching & mentoring for 1-Star project leaders across site; develop coaching skillsManage/lead focused cross-functional CI projectsApply PDCA methodologies to achieve significant, measurable improvement in business, support, & production processesProvide direction, coaching, & mentoring for site team membersParticipate in execution of cLEAN® site initiativesSupport change management plans for CI initiatives; develop control plans intended to sustain improvement gainsFollow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of dutiesOther accountabilities, as assignedPhysical RequirementsMay move equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. May be required to be on your feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May required corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. May require the ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protections.Development Of People Not ApplicableQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Statistics, Business, or a relevant field of study from an accredited university requiredTwo (2) years of experience in manufacturing, maintenance, quality assurance, engineering, supply chain, process improvement requiredDemonstrated expertise in pharmaceutical or related industry preferredCertification & demonstrated experience/results as Six Sigma Green Belt is a plusDemonstrated competency in Lean tools & Lean Principles (Ex.8 Wastes, Yamazumi, SMED, Value Stream Mapping, LEAN Layout, Standardized Work, & 5S) preferredDemonstrated coaching, communication, change management, & leadership skills preferredStrong computer skills, including experience in MS Office, Power BI, statistical analysis software, or other related software packages preferredDemonstrated flexibility, adaptability, agility, credibility, & change management skills preferredProven expertise in planning/organizing, managing execution, checking results, & revising complex, cross functional projects preferredWe commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.