Lean Manufacturing Manager

Prysmian

Slatina Olt, Romania

Full Time

Posted October 23, 2026

Transmission & Distribution

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 23, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Transmission & Distribution
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Job Description

As Lean Manufacturing Manager, you will coordinate and develop Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives across the two Slatina locations.

Key Responsibilities

Define and establish the Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing vision for the organization, working closely with key leaders to ensure effective execution.
Develop and continuously strengthen the Continuous Improvement toolkit, methodologies, and operating fundamentals across the sites.
Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, productivity, efficiency, and operational performance.
Support Supervisors and Managers in the effective management of labor hours and operational resources .
Lead and support cost-reduction initiatives , with particular focus on labor efficiency and material efficiency.
Drive initiatives aimed at improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and manufacturing performance.
Analyze operational data and KPIs to identify trends, improvement opportunities, and priorities for action.
Prepare and provide periodic reporting on Continuous Improvement initiatives, results, and key operational indicators.
Promote the application of advanced Continuous Improvement methodologies and tools, including Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and 5S .
Work closely with training resources to educate, coach, and motivate employees in the practical application of Continuous Improvement principles.
Encourage employee involvement and help embed a strong culture of problem solving, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across the organization.

Requirements

We are looking for a structured and improvement-oriented professional with a strong understanding of manufacturing environments and the ability to engage with stakeholders at different levels of the organization.
Solid professional experience in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, Manufacturing or Industrial Operations .
Strong knowledge and practical application of Lean Manufacturing methodologies and tools .
Experience with Continuous Improvement techniques such as Six Sigma, 5S, OEE improvement, waste reduction and process optimization .
Experience working with manufacturing KPIs and translating operational data into concrete improvement actions.
Strong analytical capabilities and a data-driven approach to identifying root causes and improvement opportunities.
Experience supporting or leading cost-reduction, labor-efficiency and material-efficiency projects .
Ability to work effectively with plant leadership, supervisors, production teams, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage teams and promote a Continuous Improvement mindset.
A hands-on approach, combining strategic thinking with the ability to support implementation directly within manufacturing operations.
Strong organizational skills, autonomy, and the ability to manage multiple improvement initiatives across different locations.
A collaborative mindset and a genuine passion for creating a culture where people are empowered to challenge existing processes and continuously improve the way we work.
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