Lean Specialist / Trainer (Malaysia & Singapore)

Rohde & Schwarz; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking global technology company committed to excellence and innovation. As a Lean Management Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in cultivating a robust Lean culture across our Malaysia and Singapore sites. Your expertise in lean principles and process optimization will empower teams and managers to eliminate waste and enhance operational efficiency. With a focus on training and coaching, you'll lead transformative Kaizen workshops and drive continuous improvement projects that shape the future of our operations. If you are passionate about fostering a culture of excellence and are eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in lean implementation and process optimization.
• Strong communication and training skills to convey Lean concepts.
• Proactive and self-motivated in advancing projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Drive execution of lean and continuous improvement projects.
• Conduct and facilitate Kaizen workshops for teams and managers.
• Create and implement training plans for lean principles.

Skills

Lean principles

Process optimization

Communication skills

Training and presentation skills

Kaizen workshops

Six Sigma

Education

Degree in Industrial Engineering

Degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Degree in Business Administration

Tools

Value stream mapping

A3 problem solving

5S

Job description

This role is to develop RS Lean Management culture at our Malaysia & Singapore sites by driving the execution of lean and continuous improvement projects. The role is to also train and coach employees, driving projects in the areas of operational excellence.

Your tasks

1. Strategic orientation of lean management.
2. Develop lean culture, as well as lean tools and methods.
3. Advise managers in the introduction process.
4. Develop processes and areas with foresight and proactively shape change.
5. Conduct and facilitate Kaizen workshops (moderation, training, coaching).
6. Drive Kaizen improvements.
7. Coach and mentor teams and managers in implementing lean principles.
8. Set lean impulses and encourage managers to recognize and eliminate waste.
9. Create training plans and implement lean training for managers and employees.
10. Conduct regular reviews to monitor progress of lean implementation and refine the approach.
11. Collaborate with the company's Lean community to share best practices and synergies.

Your Qualifications

• Degree or higher in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, or related disciplines.
• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in lean implementation and process optimization.
• Enthusiasm for Lean principles, continuous improvement, and pursuit of excellence.
• Experience working across operational and managerial levels.
• Strong communication and moderation skills with confidence.
• Excellent training and presentation skills to convey Lean concepts clearly.
• Proactive and self-motivated to advance projects independently.
• Experience with lean methods such as Kaizen workshops, 5S, value stream mapping, A3 problem solving, and shop floor management.
• Six Sigma experience in manufacturing is an advantage.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Willingness to travel for training and engagement with the lean community.

Interested?

We look forward to receiving your application! Please apply online with the reference number. For questions, contact us via LinkedIn or XING.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications regardless of gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Rohde & Schwarz is a global technology company with approximately 14,000 employees across divisions in Test & Measurement, Technology Systems, and Networks & Cybersecurity. For over 90 years, we have been developing cutting-edge technology to help clients maintain their technological sovereignty.