Operational Excellence Project Manager

Drive Operational Excellence at the Heart of Critical Power

Location: Warrendale, PA (On-site)

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) – Critical Power Solutions Division (CPSD) – is seeking a Project Manager to help drive operational excellence across the division. In this role, you will develop and implement strategies that enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness, identify and evaluate improvement opportunities, and lead key initiatives that support CPSD’s business objectives. The Project Manager will partner closely with cross-functional teams to improve processes, ensure project success, and contribute to MEPPI’s commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable solutions to our customers.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and execute operational excellence strategies in collaboration with division leadership.
• Analyze business processes to identify inefficiencies and recommend effective solutions.
• Lead cross-functional project teams—internal and external—on process improvement projects, special initiatives, and cross-divisional efforts.
• Propose and implement process improvement plans using Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Build, track, and evaluate KPIs to measure initiative progress and success.
• Develop process documentation, training materials, and provide hands-on training to employees on new processes and best practices.
• Create reports and presentations to communicate project status, outcomes, and change management impacts.
• Facilitate continuous improvement teams to promote collaboration, information sharing, and problem solving.
• Manage multiple simultaneous projects, ensuring all initiatives are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with operational excellence standards.
• Represent the Division professionally through timely and collaborative interactions with internal stakeholders and external partners.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, engineering, or a related field; plus 5+ years of experience in project management and implementing operational excellence/continuous improvement initiatives, or equivalent education and experience.
• Formal training and experience in project management (PMP preferred) and continuous improvement programs (Lean/JIT, 5S, KATA, Six Sigma).
• Strong knowledge of continuous improvement tools and methodologies, such as DMAIC, SIPOC, VOC, process mapping, and value stream mapping (VSM).
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills to effectively engage employees and customers.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to assess complex issues and identify strategic solutions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with service management software tools.

What’s in It for You?

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: MEPPI covers 90% of the cost for medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) with company match up to 4% to help secure your financial future.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation accrual beginning after 90