Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Diversity, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Productivity Management, Project/Program Management, Six Sigma Black Belt, Six Sigma Certification, Team Lead/Manager, Training/Teaching
Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!
Responsibilities:
- Lead and execute Lean transformation initiatives focused on improving flow, reducing waste, and increasing operational efficiency.
- Plan, facilitate, and follow up on Kaizen events that deliver measurable and sustainable results.
- Own projects end-to-end, ensuring timelines, outcomes, and impact are clearly defined and achieved.
- Influence and align cross-functional teams without direct authority to drive change.
- Build urgency and energy around continuous improvement across all levels of the organization.
- Track, analyze, and communicate performance improvements, including cost savings and operational gains.
- Develop and deliver training to build Lean capability and continuous improvement mindset across the site.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience leading projects or initiatives with clear, measurable outcomes.
- Strong self-starter with the ability to work independently and drive results without close supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and influence teams without formal authority.
- Hands-on experience with Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, or continuous improvement methodologies.
- Strong facilitation, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred (or willingness to obtain Black Belt within 15 months).
The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Freudenberg
Freudenberg – ein globales Technologieunternehmen mit rund 48.000 Mitarbeitenden in rund 60 Ländern und einem Umsatz von mehr als 8,8 Milliarden Euro im Jahr 2020. Hauptsitz der Unternehmensgruppe ist Weinheim, inmitten der Metropolregion Rhein-Neckar. Soweit die Zahlen und Fakten. Doch was treibt uns an?
Es ist der Exzellenzanspruch, mit dem wir unsere Kunden voranbringen. Die Branchenvielfalt, die immer neue Anwendungen ermöglicht. Die Innovationskraft, die auf unserer langjährigen Material-, System- und Technologiekompetenz basiert und von vielfältigen Teams inspiriert wird. Die Werte, die uns seit rund 170 Jahren leiten. Und der feste Wille, Verantwortung für Umwelt und Gesellschaft zu übernehmen.
All das macht uns aus.
10,000 employees or more
Medical Devices and Supplies
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