Strategic Operations Leader: Lean Six Sigma

Alfa Laval Mid Europe GmbH; Monza; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfa Laval Mid Europe GmbH is seeking an Operation Development Specialist for the Monza site to lead strategic development projects and coordinate roadmaps that strengthen organizational performance. You will act as a proactive partner to factories, roll out strategy, and drive sustainable improvements in processes, technology and governance.

The role focuses on Lean Six Sigma, process optimization, and change management across sites, delivering measurable improvements in safety, quality,

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading strategic or operational development projects.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial operations or a technology‑driven environment.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, ALPS or equivalent operational excellence methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned projects to deliver agreed scope, specifications, timing and budget.
• Report project status, risks, issues and decisions to the overall Project Manager and/or Steering Committee.
• Investigate, assess and support existing technologies, processes and management systems within the specialist area.
• Advise and support line management and contribute to projects within the specialist area, involving Senior Specialists when required.
• Develop and maintain internal and external networks to strengthen Alfa Laval’s capabilities within the specialist area.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Project management

Change management

Data-driven decision making

Tools

DMAIC

PROMAL

Job description

Alfa Laval Mid Europe GmbH is seeking an Operation Development Specialist for the Monza site to lead strategic development projects and coordinate roadmaps that strengthen organizational performance. You will act as a proactive partner to factories, roll out strategy, and drive sustainable improvements in processes, technology and governance.

The role focuses on Lean Six Sigma, process optimization, and change management across sites, delivering measurable improvements in safety, quality,