Lean Manufacturing Engineer

Sunreef Yachts; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lean Manufacturing Engineer to drive continuous improvement initiatives within a dynamic production environment. This role involves optimizing processes, reducing waste, and enhancing operational performance through Lean principles. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, the engineer will lead efforts to develop Standard Operating Procedures, monitor Key Performance Indicators, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. If you are passionate about Lean methodologies and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement roles.
• Strong knowledge of Lean tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing processes and implement Lean tools for optimization.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and Kaizen events.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma (Green Belt preferred)

Kaizen methodologies

Problem-solving

Analytical abilities

Excellent communication

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Minitab

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

he Lean Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for implementing and driving continuous improvement initiatives within the production environment. This role focuses on optimizing processes, reducing waste, and improving efficiency through Lean principles and methodologies. The engineer works closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, supply chain, and engineering, to enhance overall operational performance.

Key Responsibilities :

Process Optimization : Analyze current manufacturing processes and identify areas for improvement using Lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), and Kanban.

Waste Reduction : Implement strategies to eliminate waste (TIMWOODS : Transportation, Inventory, Motion, Waiting, Overproduction, Overprocessing, Defects, and Skills) and increase efficiency.

Continuous Improvement : Lead Kaizen events and root cause analysis (RCA) sessions to drive sustainable improvements.

Standard Work & SOPs : Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions to ensure process consistency.

Production Support : Work closely with operators and production managers to resolve bottlenecks and improve workflow.

Performance Metrics : Define and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as cycle time, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), First Pass Yield (FPY), and defect rates.

Training & Coaching : Educate and train employees on Lean methodologies and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Cross-functional Collaboration : Partner with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to integrate Lean principles into product development and production planning.

Automation & Digitalization : Identify opportunities for Industry 4.0 solutions, such as digital work instructions, IoT-enabled process monitoring, and real-time data analytics.

Requirements

Required Qualifications & Skills :

Education : Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.

Experience : 2-5 years of experience in a Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement role.

Technical Skills :

Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green Belt preferred), and Kaizen methodologies.

Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and PLM / PDM systems.

Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar design tools (optional).

Knowledge of statistical analysis tools (Minitab, JMP) and data visualization (Power BI, Tableau).

Soft Skills :

Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications :

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification.

Experience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments.

Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, or IATF 16949 standards.

Background in automotive, aerospace, or marine manufacturing.