1.    Continuous Improvement Execution & Impact Delivery
•    Lead and deliver structured improvement initiatives (Kaizen, VSM, flow optimization, waste elimination)
•    Translate site performance data into prioritized improvement actions
•    Drive measurable impact on productivity, lead time, quality, and cost
•    Ensure initiatives deliver sustainable results and are embedded into daily operations

2.    Lean Deployment & Shopfloor Integration
•    Act as the main Lean contact at site, supporting deployment of Lean principles and tools
•    Establish and sustain daily performance management routines (tiered meetings, Gemba, visual management)
•    Connect shopfloor performance to structured problem solving and escalation routines
•    Support implementation of stable processes (standard work, flow, takt, SMED, 5S)

3.    Digital-to-Shopfloor Value Realization
•    Translate digital dashboards and analytics into actionable shopfloor improvements
•    Ensure a closed-loop process: data → action → execution → KPI validation → sustainment
•    Work closely with digital, analytics, and industrial engineering teams

4.    Capability Building
•    Coach and develop operators, specialists, and leaders in Lean methods and problem-solving
•    Support development of Green Belt project pipeline and CI capabilities
•    Act as facilitator for structured problem solving (A3, DMAIC, 8D)

5.    Governance & Performance Tracking
•    Monitor and report Lean performance and project impact (aligned to DarWin / site targets)
•    Ensure prioritization of initiatives based on business impact
•    Support Lean assessments and ensure adherence to Lean standards

6.    Cross-Site Collaboration
•    Share and implement best practices across CH, RO, MY
•    Contribute to harmonized Lean systems and standards across sites
•    Collaborate with GIE, Operations Excellence, Quality, SCM, Production leaders

7.    Scope & Organizational Context

•    The Lean Manager is accountable for local execution and impact delivery, while methods, standards, and governance are defined by Global Industrial Engineering.
•    May coordinate or guide local CI resources (e.g. technicians, engineers), depending on site maturity
•    Works under functional guidance of Global Continuous Improvement leadership, while operating within local site structure
•    Accountable for local execution and impact, in alignment with global Lean governance

8.    Key Performance Indicators
•    Measurable improvement delivered (productivity, cost, quality, lead time)
•    Continuous Improvement pipeline value of projects and successful project execution rate (measurable impact on Cash Flow, P&L, and Cost Avoidance)
•    % of initiatives delivering validated and sustainable impact
•    Lean maturity improvement (assessment results from externally moderated facilitators e.g. UMS, Kaizen Institute)
•    Development of site CI capabilities (Green Belt pipeline of projects)

KEY EXPERIENCES

•    5 to 8 years of experience in Operations, manufacturing and Lean Six Sigma production methods
•    Experience leading Lean or CI initiatives in a manufacturing/industrial environment. 
•    Demonstrated ability to run Kaizen events, VSM, process mapping, and waste elimination activities. 
•    Proven facilitation experience: ability to mentor teams and influence across multiple levels of the organization.
•    Track record of delivering measurable improvements in throughput, quality, cost, or material flow. 
•    Experience with structured problem solving methodologies.

COMPETENCIES

•     Strong understanding of Lean principles and continuous improvement methods 
•     Hands-on mindset with ability to drive implementation on shopfloor 
•     Strong facilitation, communication, and change management skills 
•     Ability to engage with both frontline teams and leadership 
•     Analytical thinking with basic capability in data analysis (e.g. Excel, dashboards) 
•     Ability to translate data into actionable improvements