Remote Lean Transformation Specialist

Placements24; Vereeniging; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote work

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Professional development budget

Impactful projects

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Lean Manufacturing Specialist to drive operational excellence across a global manufacturing footprint. You will lead Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma initiatives, guide cross-functional teams, and implement 5S and visual management to reduce waste and boost OEE in a remote setting.

With minimum 5 years in Lean manufacturing, you will design future-state maps, mentor staff, and report on KPIs while working independently from any location.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on Lean Manufacturing experience in industrial settings.
• Proven Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, and 5S leadership experience.
• Strong Six Sigma knowledge; Green Belt or Black Belt favored.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work remotely and manage multiple projects.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the identification, analysis, and elimination of waste (Muda) throughout the manufacturing value stream using Lean tools.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives for continuous improvement (Kaizen) across various production facilities.
• Facilitate and coach cross-functional teams on Lean principles, problem-solving techniques, and process optimization.
• Design and implement effective visual management systems, 5S programs, and standardized work instructions.
• Conduct value stream mapping (VSM) exercises to identify opportunities for improvement and develop future state maps.
• Support the implementation of Six Sigma projects, including data analysis, root cause identification, and solution deployment.
• Develop training materials and deliver workshops on Lean manufacturing concepts to employees at all levels.
• Monitor and report on the progress of Lean initiatives, measuring KPIs such as OEE, lead time reduction, and cost savings.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement throughout the organization.
• Share best practices and lessons learned across different sites to ensure consistency and maximize impact.

Conocimientos

Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen

Value Stream Mapping

5S

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Communication

Remote collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Operations/Business Admin

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Lean Manufacturing Specialist to drive operational excellence across a global manufacturing footprint. You will lead Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma initiatives, guide cross-functional teams, and implement 5S and visual management to reduce waste and boost OEE in a remote setting.

With minimum 5 years in Lean manufacturing, you will design future-state maps, mentor staff, and report on KPIs while working independently from any location.