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MAMagna

Group Kaizen Leader(m/w/x)

München
Full-timeOn-siteExperienced
AI/ML
Data Science

Manual and robotic line rebalancing with SMED and A3 problem solving across seating and component plants. 3-5 years of Lean manufacturing experience in multi-plant operations preferred. Support for multi-site travel, varied process stabilization tasks.

Requirements

  • Degree in Engineering, Operations, or equivalent experience
  • 3–5+ years in Lean/CI manufacturing
  • Experience supporting multi-plant operations (advantageous)
  • Knowledge of Lean methodologies
  • Familiarity with component-plant processes
  • Proficiency with Power BI, SQL/DAX, and MES
  • Basic analytics, AI, and ML skills
  • Clear communication, facilitation, and leadership
  • Ability to manage priorities and lead change
  • Analytical and structured problem-solving mindset
  • Flexibility and willingness to travel
  • Lean and Kaizen leadership experience
  • Flow optimization and pull systems knowledge
  • MAFACT and standardized work deployment skills
  • Data analytics, AI/ML, and BI tools proficiency
  • Welding, stamping, CNC, and foam process familiarity
  • Change leadership and coaching skills

Tasks

  • Lead CI and Kaizen activities across seating and component plants
  • Conduct time studies for manual and automated processes
  • Rebalance work content for robotic and manual lines
  • Facilitate A3 problem solving and root cause analysis
  • Perform 5-Why, SMED, and process stabilization activities
  • Implement pull systems and Heijunka principles
  • Apply flow principles in assembly and component manufacturing
  • Optimize production cells and welding lines
  • Improve stamping presses and CNC machining centers
  • Optimize foam molding and sub-assembly stations
  • Reduce changeover times through SMED
  • Ensure tool and mold readiness
  • Improve material presentation for high-mix environments
  • Develop VSMs for upstream and downstream operations
  • Create integrated flow maps for JIT seating
  • Deploy Standardized Work and visual controls
  • Implement TPM, LPA, and stability-building activities
  • Support MAFACT audits and global manufacturing standards
  • Build Power BI dashboards to track performance
  • Monitor OEE, scrap, FPY, and cycle-time variation
  • Use AI and predictive tools for quality detection
  • Analyze tool wear and cycle-time anomalies
  • Identify scrap patterns and maintenance alerts
  • Implement digital tier boards and eAndon systems
  • Utilize digital Gemba and IoT data capture
  • Maintain the CI pipeline and track financial benefits
  • Cascade KPIs across all manufacturing areas
  • Execute structured daily and weekly performance reviews
  • Train teams on Lean and MAFACT principles
  • Coach staff on data-driven decision making
  • Promote idea systems and best-practice sharing
  • Drive collaborative improvement between component and JIT operations

Work Experience

  • 3 - 5 years

Education

  • Bachelor's degree

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent

Tools & Technologies

  • Power BI
  • SQL
  • DAX
  • MES
  • Python
  • R

Benefits

Startup Environment

  • Engaging and dynamic environment

Mental Health Support

  • Employee support and resources

Diverse Work

  • Exciting and varied responsibilities

Career Advancement

  • Wide range of development prospects
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