What are the responsibilities and job description for the Continuous Improvement & Lean Expert – Container Assembly position at INNIO Group?
Lead and implement Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives for the containerization of Jenbacher J6 engines, in collaboration with Gföllner. Drive operational excellence, process optimization, and best practice standardization within the joint venture assembly plant. This role is essential for delivering world-class containerized Jenbacher J6 solutions and building a culture of continuous improvement.
Your Responsibilities
Your Responsibilities
- Analyze, design, and optimize assembly processes using Lean methodologies (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, VSM)
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to identify and eliminate waste
- Develop and maintain Standard Work Instructions and visual management tools
- Support implementation of quality, safety, and efficiency improvements
- Train and coach shop floor teams on Lean principles and problem-solving techniques
- Monitor KPIs, report progress, and drive corrective actions
- Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and JV partner teams to ensure robust process integration
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
- Proven experience in Lean/CI roles within industrial assembly or containerization
- Strong knowledge of Lean tools and best practices
- Excellent communication and facilitation skills
- Fluency in English; other languages are of advantage