Continuous Improvement Manager (f/m/d)

6133 Augusta Life Sciences Germany GmbH; Heidelberg; Presencial; EUR 84.000 - 129.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Waters Corporation in Heidelberg seeks a Senior Continuous Improvement (CI) leader to drive Lean initiatives in a regulated manufacturing environment. You will develop and implement CI strategy, lead Kaizen events, and promote 5S, VSM, Standard Work and Visual Management.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering/Operations, multiple years in CI/Lean, and Lean Six Sigma certification. Fluent German and English are required; SAP experience is preferred.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management or related field.
• Experience in Continuous Improvement/Lean in regulated manufacturing.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.
• Fluent in German and English.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement CI strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead Lean and CI culture across plant levels.
• Facilitate improvement projects and Kaizen events.
• Promote Lean tools: 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, Visual Management.
• Monitor KPIs and drive data-driven decisions.
• Report on progress to Executive Steering Committee.

Conocimientos

Lean Manufacturing

Operational Excellence

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder influence

Communication skills

German & English fluency

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Herramientas

SAP

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters’ innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide. We are the people who give possibilities purpose BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Continuous Improvement (CI) strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Drive and sustain a Lean and Continuous Improvement culture across all levels of the plant organization.
• Lead and facilitate improvement projects, Kaizen events, workshops, and structured problem-solving activities.
• Apply and promote Lean methodologies such as 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, and Visual Management.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve productivity, quality, efficiency, and overall operational performance.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute CI initiatives while ensuring measurable and sustainable business results.
• Monitor project progress and key performance indicators (KPIs) to support data-driven decision-making.
• Analyze performance trends and root causes to drive continuous improvement efforts.
• Manage and continuously improve project management processes, including status tracking and reporting of strategic initiatives.
• Integrate quality, compliance, and safety considerations into all improvement initiatives.
• Actively contribute as a member of the Executive Steering Committee (ESC).

Qualifikation & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Several years of experience in Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, or a comparable role, preferably within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is highly desirable.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional projects and driving organizational change initiatives.
• Strong proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build engagement and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Fluent in German and English.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture.

Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Required Skills Optional Skills . Primary Work Location DEU Heidelberg - Tullastrasse Additional Locations Work Shift

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Salary Range Information €84.400,00 - €128.725,00 EUR Annual

BD is a leading global medical technology company that creates medical technology, devices and laboratory equipment for a variety of needs across the healthcare continuum. At BD, we are looking for candidates who possess passion, innovative solutions and a commitment to our one mission of improving access to groundbreaking medical and biotechnology services for people near and far, delivering state-of-the- art technology and cutting-edge research in the battle to fight and cure infectious diseases.

With a global reach that extends across 50 countries worldwide, our network of professionals collaborates on effective measures to deliver enhanced patient quality such as lower health care delivery costs, improved health care and safety, and expanded health care for all.