Job Purpose To drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations through Lean methodology, Quality Management Systems, and data-driven problem-solving. Improve productivity, quality, cost, delivery, safety and overall operational efficiency across manufacturing sites.

Key Responsibilities

1. Continuous Improvement

- Implement Lean, Kaizen, 5S, Visual Management and Waste Elimination.
- Conduct Time Study, Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and process mapping.
- Execute productivity, quality, cost and process optimization projects.
- Develop SOPs, Work Instructions and Checklists.
- Support QMS, Food Safety, GMP, HACCP, ISO and other standards.

2. Project Management

- Manage OpEx projects from concept to implementation.
- Coordinate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain and Planning.
- Track milestones, timelines and savings realization.
- Prepare monthly review presentations.

3. Performance Management

- Monitor OpEx KPIs (Productivity, Quality, Waste, OTIF, Cost).
- Create dashboards and reports.
- Track progress and benefits; ensure sustainability of improvements.

4.



Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis

- Use 5 Why, Fishbone, Pareto and PDCA.
- Support teams in resolving chronic issues.
- Lead cross-functional projects to address quality, productivity and efficiency gaps.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering Food Technology, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering or a related field.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt – Mandatory.
- Additional certifications in TPM, WCM, Kaizen or Operational Excellence will be an advantage.

Preferred Experience

- 4 – 6 years of experience in Operational Excellence, Industrial Engineering or Continuous Improvement.
- Experience in Bakery, Food Processing, FMCG or Manufacturing industries preferred.

Key Skills

- Lean Manufacturing
- Kaizen & Continuous Improvement
- Value Stream Mapping (VSM)
- Root Cause Analysis
- Project Management
- Data Analytics & Reporting
- Robust Communication & Presentation Skills
- Cross-Functional Team Management

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