h3Position Summary /h3 pThe Lean Operational Excellence Specialist supports the achievement of the plant’s strategic objectives by driving the deployment of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles across the organization. This role leads initiatives aimed at improving operational performance, eliminating waste, and developing organizational capabilities to enhance safety, quality, service, productivity, and cost efficiency. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 h3Continuous Improvement Lean Deployment /h3 ul liSupport and sustain the site Continuous Improvement roadmap and initiatives. /li liFacilitate Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping (VSM) activities, and process improvement workshops. /li liIdentify, prioritize, and lead waste reduction (MUDA) and process optimization projects. /li liApply Lean Manufacturing tools and structured problem-solving methodologies to improve operational performance. /li liSupport the standardization and continuous improvement of manufacturing and administrative processes. /li liPromote a culture of continuous improvement at all levels of the organization. /li /ul h3Operational Excellence /h3 ul liDevelop, monitor, and analyze operational KPIs related to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity. /li liSupport the plant in achieving operational and business performance targets. /li liPartner with Production, Supply Chain, Quality, EHS, and Maintenance teams to deliver cross-functional improvement initiatives. /li liAnalyze operational data and trends to identify opportunities for performance improvements and cost reduction. /li liDrive sustainable improvements through performance reviews and corrective action plans. /li /ul h3Change Management Capability Building /h3 ul liTrain, coach, and support supervisors, team leaders,



and employees on Lean methodologies and Continuous Improvement tools. /li liFoster a culture of accountability, ownership, and operational excellence. /li liSupport organizational and cultural transformation initiatives. /li liFacilitate training sessions, workshops, and knowledge-sharing activities to strengthen Lean capabilities across the site /li /ul h3Project Management /h3 ul liLead and coordinate improvement projects from business case development through implementation and sustainability verification. /li liDefine project objectives, timelines, milestones, deliverables, and expected benefits. /li liMonitor project progress and ensure achievement of targeted results. /li liSustain improvements through audits, follow-up activities, and continuous performance monitoring. /li /ul h3Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) /h3 ul liOEE improvement. /li liProductivity improvement. /li liManufacturing cost reduction. /li liReduction of process waste and scrap. /li liLead time reduction. /li liInventory reduction. /li liOn-Time Delivery improvement. /li liNumber and impact of Continuous Improvement projects completed. /li liEmployee engagement and participation in Continuous Improvement initiatives. /li /ul h3Required Qualifications /h3 ul liBachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing, or Management Engineering, or equivalent. /li li3-5 years of experience in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence,



Industrial Engineering, or similar roles. /li liPrevious experience within a manufacturing environment; experience in process industries is considered a plus. /li liFluent English (B2/C1 level). /li /ul h3Technical Skills /h3 ul liLean Manufacturing. /li liSix Sigma methodologies (Green Belt preferred). /li liKaizen Facilitation. /li liValue Stream Mapping (VSM). /li liRoot Cause Analysis (5 Why, Fishbone/Ishikawa). /liliPDCA methodology. /li liA3 Problem Solving. /li liSMED. /li li5S. /li liTotal Productive Maintenance (TPM). /li liVisual Management. /li liStatistical analysis and performance data interpretation. /li liAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills; Power BI knowledge is a plus. /li liFamiliarity with ERP systems is an advantage. /li /ul h3Soft Skills /h3 ul liStrong results orientation and execution mindset. /li liAbility to influence and lead without formal authority. /li liChange management and stakeholder engagement capabilities. /li liStrong communication and interpersonal skills. /li liAnalytical thinking and structured problem-solving approach. /li liEffective collaboration in cross-functional environments. /li liProactive attitude with strong prioritization and organizational skills. /li /ul h3Preferred Qualifications /h3 ul liLean Practitioner certification and/or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt certification. /li liExperience within multinational manufacturing organizations. /li liExposure to chemical, coatings, or process manufacturing industries. /li liExperience working in a continuous improvement-driven culture. /li /ul h3What Success Looks Like /h3 pWithin the first 12 months, the successful candidate will: /p ul liDevelop and implement a structured Lean and Continuous

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