About this role
Job ID: 64279 Responsibilities - Lean Strategy Deployment Support the development and deployment of the HVSE Lean strategy aligned with the Parker Lean System (PLS) and translate strategic priorities into a structured multi-site roadmap - Transformation & Improvement Projects Lead and facilitate divisional Lean transformation initiatives and value stream projects (e.g. Localization, Core Product value stream optimization, Digitalization), including scoping, stakeholder alignment, and results tracking - Lean System & Standards Define, implement, and maintain Lean/PLS standards, methods, and training approaches to ensure consistent application across sites - Coaching & Capability Building Coach and develop plant teams and leaders in Lean principles and methods (e.g. Gemba, A3/PDCA, VSM, SMED, Kanban) to build sustainable internal capabilities - Kaizen & Continuous Improvement Plan and facilitate high-impact Kaizen workshops and ensure effective follow-up and benefit realization - Performance Transparency & Reporting Establish and drive Lean performance tracking and reporting, ensuring transparency of progress, barriers, and results to division leadership - Cross-Plant Learning & Best Practices Drive knowledge sharing, replication of proven solutions, and standardization across sites Qualifications - M.Sc. / Dipl.-Ing. degree or a B.Sc. with relevant work experience in Mechanical engineering, Industrial engineering or similar - Strong knowledge of Lean/PLS principles and tools with proven practical application - Experience in driving change and managing multi-site Lean/OpEx/CI programs and projects - Strong drive to implement change and contribute to strategic transformation initiatives - Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders without formal authority - Solid understanding of financial drivers in a Lean/flow and throughput environment - Strong problem-solving skills with a structured, root-cause-oriented mindset - Proactive Hands-on mentality with the ability to operate effectively in production environments - Strong communication and presentation skills across all organizational levels - Fluent English, additional language is a plus