Hybrid Operational Excellence Expert

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About the role

  • Operational Excellence Expert leading manufacturing initiatives at Solenis, enhancing efficiency and driving continuous improvement across Europe. Requires extensive manufacturing experience and a growth-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and deliver manufacturing-focused operational excellence initiatives across European production sites.
  • Drive cost-out, productivity, quality, and efficiency improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, and CI methodologies.
  • Act as a hands-on change agent, embedding OPEX thinking into daily operations.
  • Design and facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and structured improvement workshops.
  • Coach and train teams at all levels in CI tools, problem-solving, and standard work.
  • Build a sustainable continuous improvement culture with strong local ownership.
  • Support the deployment of standard work, 5S, and performance management routines across sites.
  • Leverage data, dashboards, and digital manufacturing tools to track progress and validate savings.
  • Partner closely with site leadership to ensure improvements are embedded and sustained.
  • Operate across multiple countries and cultures, working with shop-floor teams, plant leadership, and senior stakeholders.
  • Clearly articulate the value of operational excellence to diverse audiences.

Requirements

  • 5+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong exposure to operational excellence or continuous improvement
  • Background in chemical manufacturing, FMCG, or high-speed / B2C-oriented manufacturing environments
  • Proven experience leading workshops, improvement initiatives, and change programmes in live operations
  • Strong Lean / CI foundation (Lean Six Sigma certification is an advantage)
  • High-energy, credible presence with the ability to influence without authority
  • Comfortable working cross-functionally and cross-culturally across Europe
  • Ambitious, growth-oriented mindset with potential to progress into future operations, supply chain, or site leadership roles
  • Willingness to travel across Europe (approximately 20%)

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • Hybrid working flexibility

Job title

Operational Excellence Expert

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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