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




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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