Junior Operational Excellence Consultant — Freelance

Opex Solutions; Lecco; In loco; EUR 28.000 - 55.000; Tempo pieno

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On-site role in Lecco

Travel opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Opex Solutions is seeking a Junior Operational Excellence Consultant to support active manufacturing projects in Lecco, Italy. You will join a senior consultant on structured plant turnaround initiatives, handling data collection, process mapping, layout support, and KPI tracking on-site with client teams.

The role requires a Industrial Engineering degree, German fluency, strong Lean Manufacturing knowledge, basic Six Sigma, advanced Excel/PowerPoint skills, and comfort with 2–3 days/week

Competenze

• Degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent technical discipline.
• Fluent in German (written and spoken – mandatory).
• Solid knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles (Value Stream Mapping, 5S, SMED, OEE, Takt Time).
• Basic knowledge of Six Sigma methodology (Green Belt or active study path is a plus).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with AI tools for data analysis, process optimization, and problem-solving.
• Strong analytical mindset with data-driven approach.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for client-facing work on the shop floor.
• Availability for frequent short-term travel (2–3 days per week on-site).
• VAT registration required (freelance / P.IVA – mandatory).

Mansioni

• Work with a senior consultant on structured plant turnaround projects: data collection and analysis, process mapping, layout design support, KPI tracking, and client team facilitation.
• Contribute to on-site improvements through hands-on analysis and problem solving.
• Support data-driven decisions to improve manufacturing performance and operational efficiency.

Conoscenze

German language

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Excel

PowerPoint

AI tools

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal skills

Travel availability

VAT registration

Formazione

Bachelor/degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent

Strumenti

CAD tools / plant layout software

Descrizione del lavoro

We're looking for a Junior Operational Excellence Consultant — Freelance

Opex Solutions is expanding its team of senior consultants with a junior profile to support active projects in the manufacturing sector.

If you're passionate about operational excellence, love working on the shop floor, and want to grow alongside experienced professionals — read on.

What we're looking for:

• Degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent technical discipline


• Fluent in German (written and spoken – mandatory)


• Solid knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles (Value Stream Mapping, 5S, SMED, OEE, Takt Time)


• Basic knowledge of Six Sigma methodology (Green Belt or active study path is a plus)


• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, pivot tables, structured models) and PowerPoint (professional presentation design)


• Familiarity with and ability to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for data analysis, process optimization, and problem-solving


• Strong analytical mindset: comfortable with numbers, data collection, and structured problem-solving


• Excellent interpersonal skills – you'll work directly with client teams on the floor


• Availability for frequent short-term travel (typically 2–3 days per week on-site)


• VAT registration required (freelance / P.IVA – mandatory)

Nice to have:

• Prior experience in CNC machining, precision manufacturing, or medical device environments


• Familiarity with production KPIs (OTD, WIP, Lead Time)


• English proficiency (written deliverables are in English)


• Experience using CAD tools or plant layout software

What you'll do:

You'll work alongside a senior consultant on structured plant turnaround projects: data collection and analysis, process mapping, layout design support, KPI tracking, and client team facilitation. Real work, real impact, fast learning curve.

What we offer:

A concrete opportunity to build expertise in operational excellence consulting on complex, high-visibility projects. You won't be doing PowerPoints in a back office — you'll be on the floor, making things happen.

www.opexsolutions.it | Lecco, Italy

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