Lean Manufacturing Specialist

SEGULA Technologies is a global engineering group dedicated to enhancing the competitiveness of major industrial sectors: automotive, aerospace, energy, rail, naval, pharmaceuticals, and petrochemicals. With a presence in 30 countries and over 140 locations worldwide, SEGULA builds close partnerships with clients through the expertise of its 15,000 employees.

As a leading engineering firm with innovation at the core of its strategy, SEGULA Technologies undertakes large-scale projects, from initial studies through to industrialization and production.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a results-driven Lean Manufacturing Specialist to lead and support continuous improvement initiatives across our production operations. This role is critical in driving lead time reduction, optimizing value streams, and embedding a culture of problem solving, initiative building, and 5S workplace organization. The ideal candidate will be a proactive change agent with a strong foundation in Lean principles and a passion for operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Time Reduction:
  
  Analyse production processes to identify bottlenecks and implement strategies to reduce cycle times and improve throughput.

• Value Stream Mapping:
  
  Facilitate cross-functional teams in mapping current and future state value streams to eliminate waste and enhance flow.

• Problem Solving:
  
  Apply structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., A3, 5 Whys, Root Cause Analysis) to resolve operational issues and prevent recurrence.

• Initiative Building:
  
  Champion and coach continuous improvement initiatives, engaging employees at all levels to foster a Lean culture.

• 5S Implementation:
  
  Lead 5S audits and training to ensure a clean, organised, and safe work environment that supports productivity and quality.

• Training & Coaching:
  
  Deliver Lean training sessions and mentor team members to build internal capabilities and sustain improvements.

• Performance Metrics:
  
  Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to Lean initiatives, including lead time, waste reduction, and productivity gains.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement role.
• Strong knowledge of Lean tools and methodologies (Kaizen, Kanban, SMED, etc.).
• Proven experience with value stream mapping and 5S implementation.
• Excellent analytical, facilitation, and communication skills.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher) is a plus.

Initial 3 month contract (Will be extended)