We are currently looking for a Continuous Improvement Responsible (EU & India) to join Westfalia-Automotive Group's team and drive operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic CI Planning: Define and implement the organization-wide CI strategy, aligning initiatives with overarching business objectives and site-specific operational plans.
• Cross-Site Standardization: Establish and maintain standardized manufacturing procedures and "best-in-class" benchmarks across all European plants to reduce variation.
• Lean & Six Sigma Leadership: Lead a portfolio of high-impact improvement projects, applying methodologies like Kaizen, 5S, and Value Stream Mapping (VSM).
• Data-Driven Performance Analysis: Analyze operational data and KPIs (e.g., OEE, downtime, defect rates) to identify inefficiencies and prioritize improvement opportunities.
• Capability Building & Training: Design and deliver training programs to build CI competencies among plant leaders and operators, fostering a "zero-defect" mentality.
• Change Management: Act as a change agent to foster a sustainable culture of improvement, engaging stakeholders at all levels from the shop floor to senior leadership.
• Workshop Facilitation: Organize and lead cross-functional workshops and problem-solving sessions to address operational bottlenecks.
• Knowledge Sharing: Coordinate regular knowledge-transfer sessions between sites to ensure that successful local improvements are scaled regionally.
• Benefits Realization & Reporting: Track, validate, and report on the financial and operational impact of CI projects to senior management.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with Operations, Quality, EHS, and Finance teams to ensure improvements align with safety and compliance standards.

Requirements:

• Relevant Educational Background: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical), Operations Management, or Business Administration.
• Extensive Industry Experience: At least 5 to 8 years of experience in manufacturing, with a proven track record of leading CI, Lean, or Six Sigma initiatives in a multi-site or global environment.
• Advanced CI Methodology Expertise: Deep knowledge and practical application of Lean and Six Sigma tools such as DMAIC, Kaizen, VSM, 5S, and SMED.
• Stakeholder Management & Leadership: Strong ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior leaders without direct authority, often within a complex matrix organization.
• Mobility & Language Skills: Flexibility for significant travel (often up to 50%) across European sites and fluency in English plus at least one other relevant European language (German language).

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package and attractive benefits
• Professional, stable work environment as part of an international group with a long-standing tradition
• Real opportunities for professional development within Westfalia Automotive
• International exposure and direct collaboration with global teams
• A complex role with direct impact on operational performance