Remote Lean Transformation Specialist

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Performance bonuses

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible remote work

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a remote-based Lean Manufacturing Specialist with a strong track record in implementing lean principles across manufacturing operations. You will assess client processes, design lean solutions, and coach diverse teams through transformation from a remote location.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years of experience, expert knowledge of lean tools (VSM, Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, Poka-Yoke, JIT), and exceptional remote facilitation, communication, and change

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's is a plus.
• Minimum 7 years of experience implementing lean manufacturing and CI in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of leading lean transformations with significant cost savings and efficiency gains.
• Expert knowledge of lean tools and techniques (VSM, Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, Poka-Yoke, JIT).
• Exceptional remote facilitation, coaching and change management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; excellent written and verbal communication for remote collaboration.

Responsabilidades

• Assess client operations to identify waste and inefficiency (muda, mura, muri).
• Design and implement lean strategies including VSM, 5S, Kaizen events, and Kanban systems.
• Train and coach client teams on lean principles and CI tools.
• Facilitate Kaizen workshops and lead CI projects.
• Develop metrics and track progress toward lean objectives.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and problem-solving across client organizations.
• Provide remote guidance and support throughout implementation.
• Analyze data to identify trends and recommend data-driven solutions.
• Prepare reports and presentations on lean initiatives and impact.
• Stay updated on latest developments in lean manufacturing and operational excellence.

Conocimientos

Lean principles

Remote facilitation

Change management

Analytical skills

Communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Operations/Business

Herramientas

Value Stream Mapping (VSM)

5S

Kaizen

Kanban

Six Sigma

Poka-Yoke

JIT

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a remote-based Lean Manufacturing Specialist with a strong track record in implementing lean principles across manufacturing operations. You will assess client processes, design lean solutions, and coach diverse teams through transformation from a remote location.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years of experience, expert knowledge of lean tools (VSM, Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, Poka-Yoke, JIT), and exceptional remote facilitation, communication, and change