Site VPS Manager – Lean & Digitalization Leader

Valeo; Tuam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Valeo, a global automotive supplier, seeks a Site VPS Manager in Ireland to lead Lean and Digital transformation across production areas, optimizing OEE, reducing waste, and driving continuous improvement. You will coach multifunctional teams, implement 5S, TPM, SMED, value stream mapping, and deploy MES/IoT solutions, while delivering measurable productivity gains and quality enhancements.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing, a degree in engineering, and hands-on programming or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Manufacturing, CS) or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Proven Lean deployment experience.
• 3+ years delivering digitalization projects (MES/SCADA/IoT) in manufacturing.
• Proficiency in Python, C#, or Java for automation and data processing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of a comprehensive Lean strategy (5S, TPM, SMED, VSM, Kanban, Standard Work) across production areas.
• Conduct hands-on Gemba walks and process analysis to identify waste and bottlenecks.
• Lead Kaizen events, coaching teams to sustain a continuous improvement culture.
• Define and track KPIs related to productivity, OEE, scrap reduction, and quality.
• Identify opportunities to integrate digital technologies (IoT sensors, data analytics, MES/MOM) to enhance manufacturing processes.
• Develop and deploy software solutions for shop floor applications.

Skills

Lean leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Python

C#

Java

SCADA

MES

IoT

Job description

Valeo, a global automotive supplier, seeks a Site VPS Manager in Ireland to lead Lean and Digital transformation across production areas, optimizing OEE, reducing waste, and driving continuous improvement. You will coach multifunctional teams, implement 5S, TPM, SMED, value stream mapping, and deploy MES/IoT solutions, while delivering measurable productivity gains and quality enhancements.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing, a degree in engineering, and hands-on programming or