Manufacturing Process Improvement Analyst at CSL in Kankakee, IL

Manufacturing Process Improvement Analyst Location: Americas, US-IL, Kankakee, CSL Behring Position Overview: This Manufacturing Process improvement Analyst is responsible for supporting the planning, execution and closure of cross-functional and process improvement projects. The Project/Process Analyst may participate in project teams as a team leader, team member or as a facilitator depending on the project requirements, resource availability and the individual’s technical expertise. This is an on-site position 5 days/week. Responsibilities: Coordinate / track multiple cross-functional projects and process improvement initiatives, driving to completion with measurable results. Serve as a primary liaison between management, project sponsors, and stakeholders, ensuring transparent, timely, and effective communication across all organizational levels to align expectations, manage risks, and sustain engagement. Partner with functional and departmental leaders to assess Operational Excellence needs, identify and prioritize improvement opportunities, and apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies to deliver sustainable value aligned with strategic objectives. Work closely with the OE Lead on problem solving, resources, newly proposed site or global initiatives, challenges and roadblocks, and other updates or escalations. Participate in the CSL Operating System (COS) plan and initiatives for the US to support alignment, where appropriate, across sites within key functions, applying corresponding methodologies, monitoring and management of the progress of the part of the COS roadmap linked with site function. Deliver on time according to COS plans and KPIs, taking responsibility for site deployment. Support the overall implementation of global OE standards at site(s) using disciplined project management skills. Drive implementation of global OE standards at the site level, leveraging disciplined project management practices to ensure consistent adoption, governance, and long‑term sustainability of improvements. Support the OE Center of Excellence (CoE) through participation in enterprise-wide forums geared towards maintaining a contemporary operating system which is informed by industry best practice benchmarking and networking. Model and coach Operational Excellence principles, demonstrating structured problem‑solving, waste elimination, and data‑driven decision‑making, while mentoring teams and leaders on Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies. Conduct end‑to‑end process analysis, partnering with management and stakeholders to gather requirements, design and validate solutions, and support testing and implementation to ensure business needs are met effectively. Qualifications: Bachelor degree in relevant discipline or equivalent experience Formal Project management Training/ Education preferred 5+ years' experience in process management, 3-5 yrs in Process management in the manufacturing industry Successful experience leading /participating on process teams Certified Six sigma Green Belt Good Communications Skills with the ability to influence and explain complex proceses. Knowledge of (People) Change Management methodologies Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) Competencies Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly across all organizational levels. Ability to influence without direct authority, building alignment through expertise, data, and credibility. Effective facilitator of cross‑functional teams, able to remain neutral, manage differing perspectives, and drive decisions and outcomes. Advanced analytical and structured problem‑solving skills, applying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to complex business challenges. Results‑oriented execution capability, managing multiple priorities while driving measurable outcomes and accountability. Solid understanding of Operational Excellence, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma principles, with practical application experience. Strong organizational, time‑management, and decision‑making skills in dynamic, matrixed environments. Collaborative mindset, building bridges across functions and leveraging networks to share best practices and accelerate improvement. Strategic and external perspective, connecting improvement initiatives to broader business objectives and industry best practices. Effective coach and knowledge enabler, supporting capability building and continuous improvement without formal people‑management responsibility. About CSL Behring CSL Behring is a global biotherapeutics leader driven by our promise to save lives. Focused on serving patients’ needs by using the latest technologies, we discover, develop and deliver innovative therapies for people living with conditions in the immunology, hematology, cardiovascular and metabolic, respiratory, and transplant therapeutic areas. We use three strategic scientific platforms of plasma fractionation, recombinant protein technology, and cell and gene therapy to support continued innovation and continually refine ways in which products can address unmet medical needs and help patients lead full lives. CSL Behring operates one of the world’s largest plasma collection networks, CSL Plasma. Our parent company, CSL, headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, employs 32,000 people, and delivers its lifesaving therapies to people in more than 100 countries. To learn more about CSL, CSL Behring, CSL Seqirus and CSL Vifor  visit https://www.csl.com/ and CSL Plasma at https://www.cslplasma.com/. Our Benefits For more information on CSL benefits visit How CSL Supports Your Well-being | CSL. You Belong at CSL At CSL, Inclusion and Belonging is at the core of our mission and who we are. It fuels our innovation day in and day out. By celebrating our differences and creating a culture of curiosity and empathy, we are able to better understand and connect with our patients and donors, foster strong relationships with our stakeholders, and sustain a diverse workforce that will move our company and industry into the future. To learn more about inclusion and belonging visit https://www.csl.com/careers/inclusion-and-belonging Equal Opportunity Employer CSL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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