Operational Excellence Expert
Barcelona (Spain)
- REF KF51957959
- April 2, 2026
- Industry And Capital Goods
- HYBRID
- FULL TIME
Job Description:
On behalf of a global leader in process-driven manufacturing, we are seeking a strategic and hands-on Operational Excellence Expert to drive a world-class continuous improvement culture across multiple international sites.
If you are a master of process optimization who thrives on transforming strategy into measurable operational results, this is your next career milestone.
The Role
This is not just a consultant role; it is a "driver" position. You will be responsible for the progressive maturity of the organization’s Operational Excellence (OPEX) system. You will partner with site functional leaders to eliminate waste, reduce variation, and anchor a customer-centric mindset in daily operations.
Responsibilities:
- Maturity Leadership: Lead OPEX assessments and define yearly focused improvement roadmaps for manufacturing sites.
- Process Foundation: Implement and sustain foundational pillars including Managing Daily Improvement (MDI), Leader Standard Work, 5S, and Problem-Solving.
- Strategic Partnership: Identify investment needs and continuous improvement initiatives that reduce operational complexity and variability.
- Digital Integration: Support the deployment of digital initiatives and data-driven manufacturing solutions (MES/Analytics).
Requirements:
Education: MSc in Chemical or Industrial Engineering.
Experience: Proven track record in Operational Excellence within a process-driven manufacturing environment (ideally batch or complex operations).
Technical Grip: Strong capability in process analysis and hands-on experience with manufacturing execution systems and data integration.
Soft Skills: Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence without direct authority.
Language: Full professional proficiency in English.
Added Value:
Six Sigma Expertise: Strong experience in Six Sigma methodology and implementation is highly valued. We are looking for candidates who can leverage these tools to safeguard quality and drive efficiency.
Company Description:
Our client is a premier international player known for developing sustainable chemical products.
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