Lean Engineer - Manufacturing Operations

Our client is an international industrial company providing high-tech solutions for critical infrastructure worldwide. With a strong commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement, the organisation is accelerating its Lean transformation and strengthening its manufacturing performance.

To support this ambition, the company is looking for a Lean Engineer to drive Lean culture, enable hands-on improvement initiatives, and support teams in transforming operational processes.

• Identify, prioritise, and implement Lean improvements to enhance safety, quality, service levels, and efficiency.
• Build and execute CI roadmaps aligned with plant objectives.
• Lead Kaizen workshops and ensure improvement projects deliver measurable results.
• Analyse process performance and drive root-cause investigations.
• Use Lean tools such as VSM, 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management to optimise workflows.
• Support implementation of data collection and MES-related systems.
• Coach and mentor operational teams on Lean and Six Sigma tools (Kaizen, SMED, PDCA, etc.).
• Develop problem-solving capabilities and foster a culture of ownership and accountability.
• Work closely with production, maintenance, supply chain, and quality teams to support operational excellence.
• Promote a Lean culture and align stakeholders on continuous improvement priorities.
• Stay up to date with Lean and Six Sigma trends and bring innovative methods to the plant.

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or similar.
• 2-7 years of experience in manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong hands-on mentality, comfortable on the shop floor.
• Experience with Lean & Six Sigma methodologies (Yellow/Green/Blac.k Belt is a strong asset).
• Analytical mindset, structured problem-solving skills, and good communication abilities.
• Languages: English + French required.