Global Lean Transformation Leader (m/f/d)

Description: 

Lean is your expertise? Transformation inspires you? Manufacturing is your passion?

 

Apply at Hager Group!

 

We are currently looking for our future Global Lean Transformation Leader (m/f/d) based in Obernai, Blieskastel or Tychy for a permanent contract.

As the Global Lean Transformation Leader, you will oversee the design, implementation, and monitoring of Lean Core transformations across Hager plants at a Group level. You will act as the global owner of Lean Core processes, ensuring alignment with the HPS (Hager Production System) program.

 

Main Missions:

  • Design and enhance Lean Frameworks aligned with industry standards (e.g., WCM).
  • Collaborate with local plant management to define, implement and follow up on Lean transformation plans.
  • Develop problem-solving methodologies with plant leadership teams, driving sustainable improvements via Kaizen/PDCA.
  • Foster knowledge sharing, networking, and continuous learning across sites and levels.
  • Promote structured leadership practices (Kata coaching), digital adoption, and the creation of autonomous teams with a GEMBA mindset.
  • Act as a Lean Coach for the plants, guiding them through the Lean Transformation journey.

 

Skills and Requirements:

  • Master’s degree with LSS Green Belt (Black Belt preferred) and knowledge of Agile methodology.
  • 10+ years of experience in an industrial and international environment.
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001, 14000, and 18000 standards.
  • Strong leadership, communication, adaptability, and change management skills.
  • Expertise in Lean and Toyota Production Systems.
  • 50% travel required; fluent in English, with proficiency in French / German / Polish.

 

Please submit your CV in English. 

 

Our offer
You can expect a position with responsibility and variety in an international and innovative environment and motivated team. We offer intensive integration, an attractive and fair compensation as well as internal and external training.

 

Your challenge
Take your future chance and convince us. You can upload your application easily in our Groupwide application management system. Please use the opportunity of the online application, 10 minutes are enough! We are available in advance for your specific questions.