PbWhat Does an EMEA Operational Excellence Leader Do? /b /ppAs the EMEA OpEx Leader, you are the driving force behind our lean transformation bacross Protective Packaging plants in the region. /b You champion Lean and continuous improvement by working directly with production teams, leadership, and cross-functional departments to implement world-class manufacturing practices. Your role isn’t just about tools and frameworks — it’s about building a culture of excellence, coaching teams at all levels, and ensuring measurable performance improvement across multiple sites. You'll lead impactful Kaizen events, deliver practical training on Lean principles, and provide strategic insight that shapes how our operations evolve. /ppbr/ppbWhy do we need you? /b /ppWe’re looking for a passionate change agent who can: /pullibImplement Lean across manufacturing and supply chain teams /b /liliApply hands-on tools like Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, Supermarket design, 6S, SMED/QCO, and TPM to streamline operations. /lilibDrive cultural transformation through training /b /liliLead Lean education sessions, coach teams, and embed new ways of thinking into daily routines. /lilibLead and facilitate Kaizen events and improvement projects /b /liliGuide cross-functional teams in structured problem-solving that generates real business value. /lilibEnsure consistency in Lean deployment /b /liliStandardize approaches across sites and sustain progress by mentoring plant teams and aligning with regional strategy. /lilibSolve complex operational problems with data /b /liliPerform deep dive analysis using SAP, PowerBI, and other tools to uncover root causes and propose impactful solutions. /lilibShare and scale best practices across the network /b /liliFacilitate collaboration between plants to ensure high performance is replicated, not reinvented. /lilibInfluence at all levels of the organization /b /liliPartner with senior leaders to prioritize initiatives and provide visibility to continuous improvement opportunities. /li /ulpbr/ppbQualifications /b /pullibExperience in Project Management, Continuous Improvement, and Production Operations /b /li /ulp(Proven success in driving and sustaining change on the shop floor) /pullibDegree in Engineering, Science, or Business (BSc, MSc, or PhD) /b /li /ulp(Technical foundation to understand complex manufacturing systems) /pullibCertified Lean Expert and Six Sigma Black Belt /b /li /ulpAdvanced training in tools like SMED, Kaizen, VSM, and flow-through systems) /pullibStrong communication and leadership skills /b /li /ulp(Able to inspire teams and influence stakeholders across EMEA) /pullibHands-on experience with 50+ Kaizen events /b /li /ulp(From planning to facilitation to post-event sustainment — you're comfortable being on the production floor) /pullibFluent in English and willing to travel /b /li /ulp(You're based near Bellusco, Italy and eager to engage directly with teams across Europe) /pullibAnalytical mindset with experience using SAP and PowerBI /b /li /ulp(Able to interpret data, monitor KPIs, and identify areas for improvement) /p