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Operational Excellence Manager (w/m/d) /// Werk Optik

Jena, THUERINGENFull-time2026-07-08 → 2026-10-12

Core

Drive operational excellence and efficiency improvements at a photonics manufacturing plant through Lean methodologies, process analysis, and digitalization projects.

Role type

Operational Excellence Manager (Lean/OpEx)

Builds

Lean roadmaps, KPI dashboards, cost-saving projects, and automated evaluation systems for production processes.

Domain

Manufacturing / Photonics / Operational Excellence

Required skills

Lean management, process analysis, project management, KPI control, digital tools proficiency, coaching, workshop facilitation (via careerplan.io/jobs/16012-44296348-77-S-operational-excellence-manager-wmd-werk-optik-at-jenoptik-ag)

Preferred skills

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification, MES and SAP experience

Technologies

MES, Dashboard solutions, SAP

Responsibilities

Create and implement Lean/OpEx roadmaps, analyze processes for optimization, introduce Lean methods (5S, Value Stream Mapping), build KPI systems and daily management dashboards, lead cost-saving projects, coordinate efficiency projects, monitor KPIs and ensure target achievement, coach teams on Lean competencies, support management in site strategy processes, ensure compliance with internal standards.

Seniority

Mid-Senior, hands-on IC