Global Operational Excellence Professional (Lean & ToC)

Overview

Drive Lean and TOC improvements across global factories to boost productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• lean improvement
• regulatory compliance
• root cause
• operational analysis
• factory support
• reporting

Tasks

-Lead improvement initiatives to raise output using Lean and TOC principles to eliminate waste, optimize flow, and address bottlenecks. -Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external & internal regulations, procedures & guidelines. -Drive system level improvements, value stream mapping, and root cause analyses with diverse teams. -Analyze operational challenges and design sustainable solutions that deliver measurable gains in quality, productivity, and cost efficiency. -Engage with factory teams , fostering trust and credibility through hands-on support and practical problem solving. -Translate operational enhancements into strategic business value, clearly communicating ROI and long-term benefits to senior leaders . -Promote a culture of continuous improvement, empowering all employees to identify opportunities, propose solutions, and celebrate achievements. -Prepare and deliver targeted presentations and reports to demonstrate technical solutions and their business implications. -Coach, mentor, and train employees on Lean, TOC, and continuous improvement, tailoring approaches to teams’ maturity and learning styles.

Requirements

• lean sixsigma
• toc
• black belt
• bachelor's
• english
• change management

What You Bring

-Commitment to continuous learning and openness to feedback. -Proficiency in English, both written and spoken. Other language skills are a big plus to work in our global company -Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations management, business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred. -Respect for cultural diversity and skill in engaging teams from varied backgrounds. -Empathy and active listening skills are essential for this role -At least 5-10 years of hands-on experience leading Lean and/or TOC projects in manufacturing or industrial settings. -Experience in managing resistance and driving adoption of new processes -Adaptability and resilience in navigating ambiguity, setbacks, or shifting priorities. -Relevant certifications such as Lean Master, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, TOC Practitioner, or similar are highly desirable. -Your personal situation enables extensive and extended travel to our factory locations -Ability to lead and support organizational change initiatives -Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

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