pbBalconi /b, part of the bValeo Foods Group /b, is one of Italy’s leading manufacturers of packaged baked goods. Every day, we produce high-quality products enjoyed by millions of consumers, supported by state-of-the-art manufacturing processes and a strong culture of continuous improvement. /ppTo support the transformation and growth journey of our bCastiglione delle Stiviere /b production site, we are looking for a motivated bOperational Excellence Specialist /b eager to develop their career in the field of Operational Excellence. /ppReporting directly to the bPlant Manager /b, the successful candidate will work closely with the Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to support the identification and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing operational efficiency, reducing waste, and enhancing plant performance. /ppThis role represents an excellent opportunity for young professionals interested in developing expertise in bLean Manufacturing /b and bSix Sigma /b methodologies within a dynamic and highly automated manufacturing environment. /ppbKey Responsibilities /b /pulliSupport the analysis of production processes and identify opportunities for improvement. /liliMonitor and analyze plant KPIs such as OEE, productivity, line losses, waste, downtime, and Mass Balance Analysis. /liliParticipate in continuous improvement projects aimed at increasing efficiency and reducing operational costs. /liliSupport the execution of Lean Manufacturing activities, including Kaizen Workshops, 5S, Visual Management, and Standard Work. /liliContribute to problem-solving activities using structured methodologies and tools such as PDCA,



5 Why Analysis, and Ishikawa Diagrams. /liliAssist in the implementation and monitoring of corrective actions resulting from performance analyses. /liliSupport data collection and analysis for the preparation of performance reports and dashboards. /liliPromote a culture of continuous improvement across the plant. /liliParticipate in cross-functional projects in collaboration with other business functions. /li /ulpbEducation /b /pulliTechnical Diploma or ITS qualification in the Food sector, and/or a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Management Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field. /li /ulpbExperience /b /pulliMinimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or continuous improvement environments. /liliInternship, apprenticeship, or placement experience within manufacturing settings will also be positively considered. /li /ulpbTechnical Soft Skills /b /pulliKnowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and methodologies. /liliFamiliarity with continuous improvement and structured problem-solving tools. /liliGood command of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. /liliStrong analytical and data interpretation skills. /liliKnowledge of Power BI is considered an advantage. /liliLean Six Sigma Yellow Belt or Green Belt certification is preferred. /liliAnalytical mindset and results-oriented approach. /liliCuriosity and a strong willingness to learn. /liliProactive attitude and initiative. /liliAbility to work effectively in teams and build strong relationships with different stakeholders. /liliGood organizational and communication skills. /li /ul

📌 Operational Excellence Specialist (Castiglione delle Stiviere)
🏢 Balconi - Valeo Foods Group
📍 Castiglione delle Stiviere