Operational Excellence (OpEx) Engineer

Foxconn System LLC

Job Description – Operational Excellence (OpEx) Engineer

FSLA Status: Exempt

Location: Lordstown, OH

Reports To: FPW Manager

Primary Function: As a key member of the Foxconn Production Way (FPW) team, you will be responsible for driving Operational Excellence through engineering and Lean methodologies, Policy Deployment, standardization, risk management, data-driven performance improvement, and continuous improvement across the organization. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Foxconn Production Way (FPW) across the organization using Lean methodologies and engineering principles.
• Lead and support Policy Deployment activities, including strategic objective alignment, KPI development, performance monitoring, data analysis, and departmental follow-up.
• Apply engineering problem-solving and data analysis methods to identify performance gaps, determine root causes, develop improvement solutions, and validate results.
• Support Management Review activities by analyzing organizational performance, KPI trends, objective status, audit results, risks, and improvement initiatives, and providing actionable insights to management.
• Develop, implement, and sustain standardized FPW processes, Lean management methods and tools, visual management, and standardized work to improve organizational consistency and performance.
• Develop and maintain PFMEAs and lead risk assessment activities to identify process risks, evaluate potential failure modes, establish controls, and implement mitigation actions.
• Conduct FPW, Layered Process, and management system audits to evaluate adherence to established standards, identify gaps, and drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead and facilitate Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, Kaizen, and structured problem-solving initiatives across functional areas.
• Evaluate the effectiveness and sustainability of improvement initiatives using KPIs, audit results, performance trends, and Management Review outcomes.
• Support the implementation and sustainment of Daily Management Systems and provide training on FPW, Policy Deployment, Lean, standardization, risk management, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and department leaders to deploy FPW standards, address performance and process risks, and drive alignment with organizational objectives.
• Utilize data analytics and digital tools to improve performance visibility, support data-driven decision-making, and identify opportunities for operational improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering or an equivalent discipline is required, preferably in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Quality, engineering management or a related field.

Required Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of manufacturing experience required; high-volume manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, production systems, or the Foxconn Production Way (FPW).
• Experience supporting or leading cross-functional projects and initiatives.
• Experience developing dashboards, KPIs, and performance reports.
• Experience planning, conducting, or supporting internal audits, including ISO management system audits and Layered Process Audits (LPA), is preferred.
• Experience conducting training, workshops, and facilitating cross-functional meetings is preferred.
• Experience implementing and promoting standardized work, problem solving, waste elimination, and continuous improvement within the Foxconn Production Way (FPW) framework is preferred.

Required Competencies

• Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Interpersonal Savvy - Relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.
• Situational Adaptability - Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Requires Skills/Licenses/Certifications

• Professional certifications in ISO management systems (Lead/Internal Auditor) and Lean Six Sigma (White Belt, Yellow Belt, or higher) are preferred. 
• Knowledge in program management. 
• Ability to adapt to a changed environment and handle multiple priorities.  
• Adaptable to program management and OEM software. 
• Speak effectively before groups of customers, suppliers, or employees of the organization. 
• Capability of taking initiative.  
• Demonstrate time management.  
• Robust organizational skills. 
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written and presentation).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.).

EEOC Statement

Foxconn is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Foxconn prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetics, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal law. In addition to federal law requirements, Foxconn complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.