Lean Leader

Req ID:498760

At Alstom we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains metros monorails and trams to turnkey systems services infrastructure signalling and digital mobility we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day 80000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time Lean Leader (f/m/d) in Mannheim were looking for

Your Future Role

In Mannheim over 1000 colleagues from 36 different countries work together to develop locomotives as well as signal and propulsion technology for vehicles that are deployed both regionally and worldwide. Our corporate functions play a key role in supporting and continuously improving the performance of our sites.

Well look for you to :

Work with Site MD & Site Management on strategic transformation using site SQCD objectives and APSYS roadmap in the spirit and the letter of Lean
Manage and deploy the Site Improvement Plans covering transversally all business functions and activities of the site
Educate & train people and deploy Lean in the domains of management engineering validation project management as well as in the operational and supply chain domains (Gemba Kaizen Single Week Improvement Projects Hoshin Kanri )
Support each department in APSYS deployment by providing on field expertise on lean & continuous improvement tools
Consolidate and report deployment status to Managing Director and APSYS Central team
Self-assessment consolidation and APSYS assessment with external assessors
Perform assessments in other sites / projects in Germany or worldwide
Participate to lean events (webinars Kaizen challenge...) in Germany and Europe
Contribute as trainer to global training program on lean and continuous improvement
Share good practices & benchmarks (internal / external) within APSYS network from Region and other Sites

All About You:

We value passion and attitude over experience. Thats why we dont expect you to have every single skill. Instead weve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Masters degree (engineering quality )
• 5 to 10 years of professional experience in industrial / engineering
• Prior experience in lean continuous improvement would be a plus - critical thinking and problem-solving mindset
• Articulate communication up to senior management capacity to lead by influence result driven
• Conversant with data management and related tools including Artificial Intelligence
• Languages: German and English proficiency

Things Youll Enjoy:

Join us on a life-long transformative journey the rail industry is here to stay so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. Youll also:

• Experience a dynamic work environment with a permanent position at a leading company for green mobility
• Enjoy a competitive remuneration package (IG Metall) 30 days of vacation and benefits such as company pension plans and subsidized Deutschlandticket (Job Ticket)
• Optimise work-life balance with flexible working hours and hybrid working models
• Explore growth opportunities and steer your career across functions and countries
• Benefit from excellent training opportunities through our award-winning Alstom University and participate in the companys innovation culture through idea management programmes
• Thrive in a modern and collaborative workplace featuring mentor and buddy programs diversity & inclusion initiatives CSR activities and engaging employee events
• Enjoy a comprehensive corporate health management with various initiatives
• Access to corporate benefits

You dont need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family youll be proud. If youre up for the challenge wed love to hear from you!

Equal Opportunities Statement

As an employer Alstom stands for equal opportunities. By creating an inclusive work environment where all employees are encouraged to realise their full potential individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants are considered solely on the basis of their qualifications regardless of skin colour religion gender sexual orientation gender identity age ethnic and national origin disability or other legally protected characteristics.