Career opportunities: fp&r leader *)
job number: * – san jose iturbide, guanajuato, mexico
no relocation assistance offered.
role summary
the fp&r leader is responsible for coordinating and securing the deployment of factory performance & reliability standards across the plant, working in close partnership with cross‐functional areas.
this role leads the site's productivity strategy by driving continuous improvement initiatives, streamlining processes, and tracking the "reimagined" optimization projects to achieve headcount reduction and cost savings.
with no direct reports, the ideal candidate must possess exceptional stakeholder management, high resilience, and strategic influence to embed a culture of standardization, autonomous maintenance, and people development across the focus factory.
key responsibilities
fp&r implementation & governance: define, establish, and coordinate the fp&r implementation master plan, ensuring roles and responsibilities across all plant levels (operators, support staff, team leaders) are aligned with these performance standards.
continuous improvement & productivity: lead optimization projects to reduce unplanned downtime (updt), analyze batch cycle times, improve line speed, optimize product changeovers, and implement full 5s and visual workplace standards.
loss analysis & asset management: leverage data analytics tools to analyze operational losses and optimize plant maintenance plans, fostering a reliable autonomous maintenance framework.
cross‐functional training & development: coordinate and deliver individual and group training programs on fp&r methodologies to build capabilities and ensure standardized execution across teams.
audit & performance tracking: monitor the results of internal and external operational audits, track key performance metrics, and lead systemic problem‐solving * approach) for quality non‐conformities.
ehs integration: actively support safety guidelines by identifying operational risks, following up on near‐miss or accident reports, and embedding safety behaviors into daily productivity practices.
required qualifications
education:
bachelor's degree in industrial, mechanical, mechatronics engineering, or a closely related technical field.
experience:
minimum of 3 years in manufacturing operations, continuous improvement, or productivity‐focused roles.
technical skills:
strong proficiency in sap, data analytics tools (e.g., domo), and statistical process control (spc).
innovation mindset:
knowledge or experience leveraging ai tools focused on process optimization.
languages:
intermediate‐advanced english proficiency (essential for reporting and global alignment).
desired qualifications
methodologies:
solid foundations in lean manufacturing, tpm (total productive maintenance), and preventive maintenance systems.
certifications:
six sigma green belt or black belt certification in continuous improvement.
problem solving:
advanced mastery of root‐cause analysis tools * rule, fishbone, 5 whys) applied to manufacturing bottlenecks.
soft skills:
high emotional intelligence, resilience, patience, and strong negotiation skills, with a proven track record of leading through influence rather than direct authority.
our commitment to inclusion
our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging.
we are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.
equal opportunity employer
colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (united states positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.
reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities.
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