Senior Lean Engineer

Thales Group; Hengelo; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 days off per year

International collaboration

Flexible work-life balance

Opportunity for initiative and growth

Job summary

Thales Group in Hengelo, Netherlands seeks a Senior Lean Engineer to deploy Lean methods on the shop floor, collaborating with operational managers to improve performance and customer satisfaction. You will tackle complex problems, lead Lean initiatives, and drive continuous improvement in a demanding industrial environment.

The role leverages experience in Lean tools (Kanban, Andon, Kaizen, VSM, SIM, A3) and strong knowledge of production systems, ERP, and change management, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Preferably a master degree in industrial field.
• Senior experience in Lean implementation within an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Spend significant time on the shop floor with operational managers to deploy Lean methods and tools.
• Implement Lean to improve performance while solving complex shop floor problems.
• Lead Lean initiatives and guide production teams toward a higher state of efficiency.

Skills

Kanban

Andon

Kaizen

VSM

SIM

A3 problem solving

Education

Industrial related master's degree

IPMA Level D certification

Tools

ERP

Job description

Location: Hengelo, Netherlands

About the team

Our Lean Improvement Team works at the core of the Thales Industrial transformation. We are proud to be part of the Industry Operations organization in Hengelo.

With a team of 700+ colleagues within the Thales Industry Hengelo, we deliver on time high-technology systems to our customers without any compromise on quality. In the same time, we continuously strive to improve the satisfaction of all our customers.

The mission of our Lean Improvement Team? We focus on Lean expertise to accelerate the learning pace and the industrial transformation. As change leaders, we value exemplarity, teamwork, listening and industrial expertise. We don't like to fail, but we see failures as opportunities to improve.

About your future job

As senior Lean Engineer you spent much time on the shop floor working with the operational managers and her/his team to deploy Lean methods and tools in order to improve the performance. As every shop floor environment is different, you like complexity and spending time to solve problems in order to implement Lean in the most efficient way for the operational teams, always focusing on customer satisfaction.

Why you'd be a good match

We are looking for a teammate who preferably has a (industrial related) master degree. In terms of experience it will be appreciated if you have senior experience in Lean implementation within an industrial environment. We appreciate your drive for making things move forward. One of your goals is continuously to develop yourself. You are willing to learn and to work in a demanding context.

You have senior knowledge of the (originally Automotive) Production System and people often pull you either as Lean Consultant or Subject Matter Expert. You speak fluent English and you are open-minded in:

• Advanced experience in implementing Lean elements like Kanban, Andon, Kaizen, VSM, SIM (Visual Shopfloor Management), A3 problem solving.
• Knowledge of related industrial standards: Planning, Logistics, ERP
• Experience in project management, e.g. IPMA level D.
• Experience in steering change processes including stakeholder management.
• Experience in Six Sigma methods to dive in special issues
• Positive attitude working in a team of Lean Players and at the same time always leading Lean methods and our production lines to the next better state.
• Have and spread fun in performing improvements.

What's in it for you

• A challenging job in a great team within our high-tech, innovative work environment. Includes the freedom for initiative and good ideas.
• Room for personal and professional growth within our organization, for example in regards to technical, commercial or international skills.
• Valuable international collaboration with coworkers from 68 different countries around the globe.
• A comfortable work space in a modern environment with a focus on flexibility and the right work life balance.
• A good salary, fitting travel allowance, and the ability to personalize your employment conditions: for instance, you can trade PTO for internet costs, our bicycle plan, company fitness and relocation costs.
• 40 days off per year (PTO). Yes, really.

Diversity Statement

We actively support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. That means that equal opportunities, inclusion and an informal culture are integral to our success. It also means that your well-being and happiness matter to us! That's why we offer you the flexibility to do what's important to you; whether that's part time hours, job sharing, remote working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times.

Security Requirements

In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in The Netherlands and employment and/or education history. Some vacancies may require a security clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for security clearance please refer to the General Intelligence and Security Service.