Continuous Improvement Lean Specialist

Roechling Industrial (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Rochester (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Management – diverse health

Training and Development – tailored

Food – vending machines

Flexibility – mobile work possible

Job summary

Röchling Medical is seeking a Lean professional to drive site-wide continuous improvement, lead Kaizen events and sustain cost savings across operations, quality, and engineering.

The role includes Lean training, mentoring teams, and will culminate in Green/Black Belt certification within 18 months, contributing to a global, patient‑focused manufacturing environment that values practical, measurable results.

Qualifications

• Lean Systems certification required.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience implementing Lean manufacturing.
• Leadership skills; experience leading Kaizen events.
• Preferred knowledge of Six Sigma.
• Excellent communication and training skills.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing toolbox.
• Experience in Lean Systems implementation.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodology (Kaizen, VA/VE, 3P, 5S and SMED).

Responsibilities

• Use Lean tools to drive Lean Systems across Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Admin.
• Schedule and manage the site Continuous Improvement Steering Committee.
• Track and report cost savings monthly.
• Promote a continuous improvement culture and meet RPA targets.
• Plan, organize, and execute Kaizen events.
• Conduct Lean training for staff.
• Follow up Kaizen actions from start to close.
• Facilitate Continuous Improvement teams using Kaizen, VA/VE, 3P, 5S and SMED.
• Provide input to Regional Lean Director to improve training materials and techniques.

Skills

Problem solving

Facilitation skills

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Leadership potential

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management or related technical field

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Tools

MS Office

Digital analysis tools

Job description

At Röchling Medical, we're united by a shared purpose: improving lives through innovation in health. As a trusted partner to leading pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies around the world, we develop customized products and solutions that help advance patient care and save lives.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Lean tools to drive Lean Systems in all aspects of the business; e.g., Operations, Quality, Engineering, Admin.
• Schedule and manage the site Continuous Improvement Steering Committee.
• Track and achieve cost savings objectives and report monthly results.
• Promote a continuous improvement culture through achievement of RPA targets.
• Plan, organize, and execute Kaizen events.
• Conduct Lean training.
• Follow up on Kaizen event action list through start to close.
• Facilitate Continuous Improvement teams using Kaizen, VA/VE, 3P, 5S and SMED.
• Provide input to the Regional Lean Director to continually improve training materials and technique.

Qualified Skills & Experience

• Problem solving and facilitation skills.
• Enthusiastic, tenacious, professional and articulate.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Will become a certified Black Belt within 18 months.

Required Experience

• Lean Systems certification.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience implementing Lean manufacturing.
• Leadership skills; experience leading Kaizen events.
• Preferred knowledge of Six Sigma.
• Excellent communication and training skills.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing toolbox.
• Experience in Lean Systems implementation.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodology (Kaizen, VA/VE, 3P, 5S and SMED).

Required Knowledge

• Communication and training skills.
• Knowledge of the Toyota Production System.
• Proficiency in OpEx methods, tools, skills and trends.
• Proficiency in MS Office and digital tools used for analysis, reporting, and visual management.

Education & Physical Requirements

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management or related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience and knowledge of production machinery, processes, standards, and/or change management.
• Lean, Lean Six Sigma certified; minimum Green Belt, Black Belt preferred.
• Strong speaking and hearing; visual requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and ability to adjust focus.
• Major portion of work schedule spent walking, standing, stooping, bending and occasionally lifting up to 40lb.

Benefits

• Health Management – diverse health offerings, such as health clinic.
• Training and Development – tailored training programs for various roles.
• Food – vending machines with a variety of snacks and food options.
• Flexibility – mobile work is possible.