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In this role, you will lead the Continuous Improvement agenda across Henkel’s production operations in Turkey, driving operational excellence and sustainable performance improvements. You will take ownership of Henkel Production Systems (HPS), leading lean transformation initiatives, developing a continuous improvement culture, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity, efficiency, and manufacturing excellence.
Job Responsibility
Implements a Continuous Improvement strategy and manage Continuous Improvement (CI) activities and projects to ensure efficient production and high-quality products
Drive simplification and streamlining in plant processes utilizing Henkel Production Systems (HPS) standards and digital tools
Manages the HPS Team to ensure all operational requirements are met
Identify and deliver productivity and cost savings projects using problem solving and project management tools
Collaborate with the regional and global Lean teams to develop tools and methodologies
Delivers against production performance KPIs, budget and projects
Own and drive the Lean transformation agenda across both Turkey plants collaborating with all plant functions, as part of the Turkey Operations lead team
Develop a lean culture through designing, training, and coaching of lean tools and methodologies
Coach and develop Lean Engineers within the department
Acts as role model of continuous improvement culture and behaviors
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant Engineering discipline
Minimum 10 years of experience in FMCG manufacturing environments, including at least 5 years of experience in Lean tools implementation and driving a Lean culture
Extensive knowledge of problem solving using structured methodologies such as A3 and Six Sigma
Strong manufacturing knowledge with deep understanding of shopfloor management
Advanced user of MS Office applications, expertise in Power BI is considered a plus
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English with the ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of management
Nice to have
Expertise in Power BI
What we offer
Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
Diverse national and international growth opportunities
Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares