Lean & MES Manager

The Quality Group

. Provide functional leadership to Process Engineers in Lean, coach them in Lean methods, and enable them to implement improvements independently .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeElmshorn • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in Lean Management and MES systems, with a strong focus on continuous improvement, data visualization, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in establishing effective Shopfloor Management practices and leading teams to implement Lean methodologies.

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Lean ManagementMES SystemsOEE LogicData VisualizationLean Certification

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Hard Skills

5SSMEDValue Stream MappingContinuous ImprovementKaizenStandard WorkPoka YokeVisual ManagementIshikawa5 Whys

Soft Skills

Functional LeadershipStrong CommunicationAnalytical MindsetStructured Problem-SolvingCross-Functional Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

MESDashboardsData ConfigurationsShopfloor Boards

Certifications & Qualifications

Lean Green BeltLean Black Belt

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingFood IndustryDietary Supplement IndustrySQDCM

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide functional leadership to Process Engineers in Lean, coach them in Lean methods, and enable them to implement improvements independently
Introduce and further develop Lean tools such as 5S, SMED, Value Stream Mapping, continuous improvement/Kaizen, Standard Work, Poka Yoke, and Visual Management
Facilitate structured problem-solving methods, such as Ishikawa, 5 Whys, and A3
Establish shopfloor meetings based on SQDCM in collaboration with Production, Safety, and Quality
Own the MES, including its roadmap, prioritization, and backlog
Serve as the primary point of contact for the MES provider regarding requirements, releases, and support
Design apps and dashboards and maintain configurations, users, and roles
Integrate new production lines into the MES
Ensure the quality of numbers, data, and facts
Validate OEE calculations and manage BDE/MDE, downtime, and changeover management
Link key performance indicators to shopfloor boards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completed degree in Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering, Business Informatics, or a comparable qualification
Solid experience in Lean Management within manufacturing, ideally in the food or dietary supplement industry
Experience establishing Shopfloor Management based on SQDCM
Several years of experience with MES systems, ideally as a Product Owner or Key User
Proficiency in OEE logic, BDE/MDE, and downtime and changeover analysis
Experience in data visualization and dashboard creation
Lean certification, such as Green Belt or Black Belt, and ideally experience with agile methods such as Scrum
Analytical and structured mindset
Enjoyment of providing functional leadership to teams
Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
Very good German and good English skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Attractive employee discounts on ESN & More products
Flexible working hours and home office opportunities
Mobility and fitness allowances, such as Wellpass and the Deutschlandticket
Company pension scheme
Workation options and more