About Straumann Group
Headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, the Straumann Group is a global leader in tooth replacement and orthodontic solutions that creates smiles and restores confidence.
For more than six decades, we have been stretching the limits, entering new fields, and creating opportunities to make patients' lives better.
We are the leading independent player in our industry.
From the first Dental Implant in 1974 to the latest Digital Solution - we do things different than others.
We deliver innovation based on evidence.
This is part of our employer culture as well as an exceptional team spirit that truly encourages diversity and a powerful "can-do" attitude.
WeChangeDentistry every day - and want you to be a part of it!
**Summary of Position**:
The Senior Process Engineer will participate in projects and processes to improve current treatment planning operations and determine more efficient processes.
The Senior Process Engineer's responsibilities include leading and participating in project pipeline discussions; analyzing current state of operations through data analysis/mining, process mapping, etc.
; improving workflows to reduce waste and inefficiencies that ultimately improve the customer experience.
**Essential functions and duties**
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Build pitcher/catcher relationship with SW development for the pipeline of projects leading to automation
Lead and support lean initiatives, including assisting in planning, performing, and sustainment of DMAIC Projects and Kaizen events
Lead cross-functional Lean projects aligned to business objectives leading to improved process flow, quality and/or cost savings
Improve treatment planning processes to maximize efficiency and reduce waste, especially through the identification of automation opportunities
Design and implement process and methods improvements
Develop and maintain process documentation such as standard work, playbooks, and control plans
Conduct optimization studies and perform detailed engineering analysis of existing systems & process equipment
Lead and participate in special projects supporting the business as required, potentially including artificial intelligence and machine learning
Be a resource for colleagues with less experience
Other duties as assigned
**Qualifications**
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
A reasonable accommodation may be made to ensure individuals with disabilities are able to perform the essential functions of the role.
Bachelor's degree in industrial/SW engineering, math, statistics, or a related field
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
Must have the ability to perform at a high level in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects at once
Ability to lead and facilitate cross-functional teams and successfully guide others to successful project completion
Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Must be a self-starter that can perform well without constant supervision
Ability to communicate and present clearly and effectively
Troubleshooting skills and attention to detail
Documentation and organizational skills
Being a resource for colleagues with less experience
Proficiency in MS Office
**Key Attributes**
Resourceful and Hands-on: An energetic, resourceful, agile, and hands-on executive who operates effectively with minimum direction and pursues objectives and works to deliver against goals relentlessly; able to get to the heart of issues rapidly and act decisively
Team Player: From a basis of strong self-awareness, excellent interpersonal skills; fosters team-first mentality and shares wins and successes; creates an open and transparent environment in which individuals can team together to drive optimal outcomes
Results-driven: Brings a fire in the belly and is counted on to meet or exceed commitments on time, every time; has a genuine passion for patient outcomes and quality
Collaborative Relationship-builder: Able to build deep relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, and work closely with/ and earn the respect and trust of other teams
Integrity: Possesses unquestionable integrity and is intellectually curious; is known as an honest, trustworthy, ethical, and straightforward individual, capable of presenting the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner
Straumann Group prides itself on employee's embracing the player/learner mindset that embodies a high-performance culture and learning organization.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientati