About this role
**About the position**
We are looking for an engaged and solution-oriented Lean Engineer to join our plant in Södra Vi, Sweden. As a Lean Engineer, you will play a key role in developing and optimizing our production processes. With a strong focus on Lean Manufacturing, you will drive improvement initiatives that contribute to increased productivity, higher quality, and stronger competitiveness.
**Your responsibilities**
- Lead and facilitate lean projects, workshops, and kaizen activities.
- Identify areas for improvement in production flows and implement sustainable solutions.
- Develop and implement standardized work methods and support the organization in following them.
- Train, coach, and inspire employees and managers in Lean tools and methodologies.
- Collaborate closely with production, quality, maintenance, and logistics to create overall improvements.
- Measure, analyze, and report the results of improvement initiatives, such as OEE, lead times, and quality outcomes.
**Your profile**
We are looking for someone with a genuine interest in continuous improvement, who thrives in a dynamic environment where change is a natural part of everyday life. You are analytical, structured, and capable of engaging others.
**Qualifications**
- University degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or equivalent.
- Experience in improvement work within the manufacturing industry, preferably in the automotive sector.
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and related tools (e.g., 5S, VSM, SMED, Kanban, Poka-Yoke).
- Experience with Six Sigma or TPM is considered a merit.
- Ability to analyze data and present results in a clear and structured manner.
- Strong communication skills in both English and Swedish, spoken and written.
- Willingness to travel as part of the role.
**We offer**
- An exciting role in a global and innovative environment.
- Opportunities to influence and develop future production processes.
- Strong development opportunities and close collaboration with skilled colleagues.
- A workplace characterized by a culture of improvement, commitment, and teamwork.
**Application**
Does this sound like the right challenge for you? Please send your application via the link with CV and cover letter no later than 2025-12-31. Selection will be made continuously.
Requirements
- Required languages: English, Swedish
- Required education: Engineering and technical industry, Post-secondary education of two years or longer