Director, Operational Excellence Position Available In Greenville, South Carolina

Director, Operational Excellence
Operational Leadership
Greenville, South Carolina
Professional Direct Hire
Jul 25, 2025
HTI is seeking an experienced Director of Operational Excellence for a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer. This position will be responsible for driving cost savings and continuous improvement (CI) strategies across the site, fostering a Lean Six Sigma culture, and expanding operational excellence across departments. This position is Direct Hire, M-F 1st shift. The pay range is $175,000 – $190,000 (Up to 20% bonus) depending on experience.

What They Offer:

Full benefits package – Medical, Dental, Vision, EAP, 401k Match
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Opportunity for growth into a site-wide or enterprise-wide leadership role

What You Need:

Bachelor’s degree required; Advanced degree (MBA, MS) preferred
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification (preferred)
PMP certification preferred
Proven track record leading 5+ successful CI projects with documented cost savings
Background in GMP environments is a plus
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Strong project management and cross-functional influence capabilities

What Your Role Will Look Like:

The Director of Operational Excellence will lead Lean initiatives, drive strategic improvements, and foster accountability across the site. This is a hands-on leadership role that blends people management, project execution, and CI opportunity discovery.
Lead and manage site-level Lean Six Sigma strategies and CI projects
Mentor and coach Green Belts, Black Belts, and other team members
Manage a small team, along with supporting supervisors on specific initiatives
Conduct behavioral assessments and identify efficiency opportunities on the floor
Influence cross-functional teams without direct authority
Oversee execution of Rapid Improvement Events and project pipelines
Deliver executive-level reports with risk and ROI analysis
Help drive a CI culture through training, coaching, and change management
Short term: Tackle existing CI opportunities upon start
Long term: Expand CI impact across departments and eventually across sites
About HTI
Human Technologies, Inc. (HTI) has been a trusted partner since 1999, collaborating with leading companies to deliver tailored solutions for workforce management, development, and retention. HTI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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