Manager Industrial Engineering - Remote Eligible

Industrial Engineering Program Lead

Leads a group of industrial engineers to develop and implement the essential elements of an effective industrial engineering program: labor and productivity budget, analysis and review, benchmarking, position control, and cost center level improvement projects. Leverages various engineering, data and statistical analysis, Lean Six Sigma, change management, and project management skills and techniques to implement changes and advance the organization forward to achieving annual enterprise goals.

Job Duties

Collaborates with leadership to develop, implement, and maintain the network management engineering program focusing on the department's core services of productivity reporting and analysis, budget labor setting, position control, and ongoing variance analysis and reporting. Completes a robust review of the accuracy of the key deliverables produced by the department for accuracy and usability.

Manages and deploys a group of management engineers on the various elements of the department's core services. Provides direct feedback and coaches on areas of development for those individuals who have less experience in management engineering or the healthcare industry.

Develops and maintains relationships with network key stakeholders to understand and provide support as needed the key areas related to management engineering.

Provides complex analytical leadership and support to senior management/key project stakeholders to enable them with various analyses in order to make informed decisions.

Completes assessments in an efficient manner to understand the current state process, obtain and evaluate relevant data, identify opportunities, eliminate waste, and chart a resolute course of action.

Ensures the deployment, utilization, and optimization of the key labor/productivity system. Develop and oversee the development of informational and training materials for various network stakeholders and leaders.

Other Duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Degree Industrial and Systems Engineering, Operations Research, Information & Computer Science, Operations Management or Business Administration.

5 years Professional or related experience in improving operations and conducting analytical reviews and sharing recommendations and

3 years Direct supervisory experience

Proficient in project management principles with strong presentation and communication skills.

Expert ability to use continuous improvement tools, including but not limited to process mapping, process observation, root cause analysis (FMEA), value stream mapping, pareto and statistical charts, 5 Whys, etc.

Expert proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Access, Visio). Has exposure to at least one statistical analysis software (Minitab, SAS).

Understands and applies financial analytics current projects.

Ability to identify key business issues and develop appropriate analyses and action plans for improving operational efficiency.

ICGB - Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt - International Association for Six Sigma Certification Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications

7 years Professional or related experience in improving operations and conducting analytical reviews and sharing recommendations and

5 years Direct supervisory experience

Experience with Labor Benchmarking systems/programs.

Knowledge of programming concepts and language.

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

Work Shift: Day Shift

Address: 1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd

Primary Location: REMOTE IN PENNSYLVANIA

Position Type: Remote

Union: Not Applicable

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8:00a-4:30p

Department: 1004-13114 CSS-Management Engineering