As the Continuous Improvement Manager / IPS Manager you will lead and develop the IPS (IKEA Production System) team at the Malacky site consisting of three IPS Leaders. Your mission will be to strengthen and embed the IPS way of working across all three production units with a strong focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence. The position is a part of extended Management Team.
- Lead mentor and support a team of 3 IPS Leaders (Continuous improvement leaders).
- Drive and implement continuous improvement initiatives using IPS methodologies (Performance Boost Kaizen weeks Problem Solving Global Model etc.
- Develop and analyze production processes and concepts to identify improvement areas.
- Support processes as Production Quality Maintenance in identifying performance gaps and guiding the organization to solutions.
- Promote the IPS culture and ensure consistent application across all units.
- Collaborate crossfunctionally to align IPS activities with business strategies and customer expectations.
- Provide training and handson coaching on lean tools and techniques tailored to the organizations maturity level.
Qualifications :
- Solid understanding of IPS (lean) principles methods and tools able to choose the right approach based on organizational maturity and performance gaps.
- Technical expertise in manufacturing technologies and production processes.
- Proven ability to lead coach and develop people.
- Deep awareness of customer needs and expectations and the ability to align improvement activities accordingly.
- Broad holistic view of IKEAs industrial landscape and factory network.
- Fluent in English (B2/C1 level).
Additional Information :
Why Join Us:
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
- 5 extra days of vacation.
- Flexible working hours.
- Possibility of occasional remote work (Home Office).
- Fitness center sauna directly in the plant.
- Anniversary rewards and additional incentives.
- 15 discount at Ikea.
- Wage: from 3.500 EUR/month final offer depends on proven experience of successful candidate
The position is open for Malacky site. Please send your application via Smart Recruiter link.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime