Lean & Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Overview In this role you will steer lean manufacturing and manufacturing engineering initiatives to boost operational excellence, safety, quality, and productivity across the Fiorenzuola site. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and deliver innovative, customer-aligned solutions.

The position focuses on continuous improvement, process modernization, and scalable manufacturing practices that support growth. You join a culture that values collaboration, learning, and impactful change. Retribuzione / Benefits base salary aligned to market annual merit review career development programs inclusive culture leadership opportunities global exposure Responsabilità Lead continuous improvement culture and employee engagement across manufacturing Develop and execute lean manufacturing strategies aligned with site priorities Drive improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen Lead manufacturing engineering in process improvements for quality, efficiency, safety, and productivity Partner with operations, quality, supply chain, maintenance, and product engineering to optimize processes Establish and monitor KPIs to track performance and CI outcomes Identify opportunities for automation, digitalization, and process innovation Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions Support capital investment projects, equipment upgrades, and facility improvements Develop standardized processes, work instructions, and best practices Coach and develop team members; foster learning and growth Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, quality, and regulatory requirements Collaborate with regional and global teams to share best practices Requisiti fondamentali Experience leading lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or manufacturing engineering initiatives in manufacturing Ability to lead teams and deliver improvements in safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and CI methodologies Experience leading cross-functional projects and driving organizational change Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven decision making Effective communication and stakeholder management across functions and levels Experience applying root cause analysis and structured problem-solving Understanding of manufacturing processes, production systems, and performance metrics Ability to prioritize multiple initiatives in a dynamic environment Ability to communicate in English and Italian Legal authorization to work in Italy Collaborative mindset Innovative thinking Urgent, action-oriented Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt preferred) Value Stream Mapping

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