RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead Lean Manufacturing deployment across the plant using tools such as 5S, VSM, SMED, Standard Work, Kaizen, and Visual Management.

• Drive transformation projects focused on headcount efficiency, quality improvement, safety improvement.

• Own the development and execution of the Capex portfolio, ensuring alignment with business strategy and financial planning.

• Actively implement and promote intelligent manufacturing strategies including smart automation, digital dashboards, and real-time analytics.

• Facilitate value stream analysis, waste elimination, and structured problem-solving initiatives.

• Serve as a key change agent to foster high performance, urgency, and accountability.

• Mentor and coach cross-functional teams to build Lean capabilities and sustain improvements.

• Lead plant-wide Gemba walks, tiered meetings, and KPI governance routines.

• Optimize resource utilization and labor models through time studies and process reengineering.

• Report regularly on progress to site leadership, including KPIs, ROI, and project milestones.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 8–10 years of experience in lean manufacturing, operations excellence, or industrial engineering within a manufacturing environment.

• Proven track record leading cross-functional improvement initiatives.

• Strong understanding of Lean tools, Six Sigma concepts, and project management practices.

• Experience in a global manufacturing company

• Capex program management experience (project justification, tracking, ROI)

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

• Master’s degree or MBA is a plus

• Lean or Six Sigma certification strongly preferred

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Exposure to shop floor manufacturing environment

• Regular presence on the production floor

• Ability to lead physical Gemba walks and improvement events

• The role is primarily based in a manufacturing facility, requiring regular site visits and interaction with production teams.

• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and adhere to safety protocols.