[FACTOR] Operational Excellence Manager (all genders)

Factor_; Verden (Aller); On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internal training budget

Discounts on Factor_-boxes

30 days vacation

Well-being initiatives

Mobility & pension plans

Job summary

Factor_, a HelloFresh brand, seeks an Operational Excellence Manager (all genders) to drive efficiency, quality, productivity, and cost improvements across the site. You will lead cross-functional projects from idea to implementation using Lean Six Sigma and structured problem-solving.

Collaborating with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain, you will leverage data to uncover root causes, track performance, and enable fact-based decisions while fostering a culture of continuous

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• 5+ years in Operational Excellence or similar role in manufacturing/food production.
• Proven cross-functional improvement project experience with measurable results.
• Green Belt certification is a plus.
• Fluent in German and English with a data-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional improvement projects from idea to implementation using Lean Six Sigma and structured problem-solving.
• Drive initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, productivity, and cost across the site.
• Partner with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to challenge processes and implement improvements.
• Use data and insights to identify root causes, track performance, and enable fact-based decisions.
• Act as a trusted Operational Excellence expert and sparring partner for teams and senior stakeholders.
• Build a culture of continuous improvement by facilitating workshops and sharing knowledge.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Stakeholder management

German & English

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Factor_, a HelloFresh brand, is looking for you as an Operational Excellence Manager (all genders).

You will…

• Drive impactful Operational Excellence initiatives across the site, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, productivity, and cost
• Lead cross-functional improvement projects from idea to implementation, using Lean Six Sigma and structured problem-solving to deliver sustainable results
• Partner with teams across Production, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to challenge existing processes, develop solutions, and turn improvement opportunities into action
• Use data and operational insights to identify root causes, track performance, and make improvement opportunities visible, supporting fact-based decision-making
• Act as a trusted Operational Excellence expert and sparring partner for operational teams and senior stakeholders, bringing new ideas and best practices to the organisation
• Build and scale a culture of continuous improvement by facilitating workshops, sharing knowledge, and enabling teams to solve problems effectively and sustainably
• Own and shape your improvement agenda, balancing strategic projects with emerging opportunities in a dynamic, fast-paced production environment

You have…

• A university degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline
• 5+ years of experience in Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, Process Engineering, or a similar role, ideally within a manufacturing or food production environment
• Proven experience driving cross-functional improvement projects and turning ideas into sustainable, measurable results
• Strong knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies and structured problem-solving; Green Belt certification is a plus
• Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to use data to influence decisions and drive change across teams
• Fluent in German and English, with a proactive, hands-on mindset and a passion for continuous improvement

Why You'll Love It Here

• Growth & Development: Internal training opportunities plus a yearly Learning & Development budget.
• Food & Lifestyle: Discounts on Factor_-boxes.
• Compensation: Competitive salary and 30 days of vacation.
• Health & Well-being: Access to well-being initiatives, with discounted fitness offers currently being rolled out.
• Future Benefits: We're working on introducing additional perks, including mobility support and a company pension scheme, to give our team even more flexibility and security.

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