The Continuous Improvement Lead co‑designs and manages local plant improvement programmes based on strategic plans and implements the Operational Excellence programmes from SIG Group at plant level. The role involves analysing processes throughout the entire chain to identify problems and/or areas for improvement, and then solving, implementing and monitoring sustainable success – not limited to purely technical, factory‑related projects.
Key responsibilities
Cascading the Operations strategy (3‑5 years) to an Operational Excellence annual plan, objectives and KPIs at Plant level in collaboration with the Plant Manager and the Operational Excellence team of SIG Group.
Independently drawing up a detailed project plan with the appropriate actions, scope determination, milestones, RACI, deliverables and resources per programme or project.
In consultation with the Plant Manager and other stakeholders (internal departments), composing project teams.
Setting up and defining KPIs and cascading them across the different organisational levels so that employees can take action based on the KPIs.
Proactively and independently signalling improvement options within the regular production process.
Responsible for designing and setting up local and/or global Lean Six Sigma training programmes and (in)planning for the Operations organisation.
You bring these skills, experience & education
Master or Bachelor qualification (e.g. Technical Business Administration, Industrial Automation).
Ideally Black Belt certified.
At least 3 years of work experience in production/industrial environment as a Continuous Improvement specialist.
Very good command of Excel, PowerBI and Lean Six Sigma methodologies and tools.
Excellent command of the English language in word and writing; Dutch would be a plus.
International travel (maximum 10%)
We are looking for people who are willing to consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances, and who create a climate where everyone is motivated to do their best to help the organisation achieve its objectives. If you actively seek new ways to grow and be challenged, if you develop people to meet both their career goals and the organisation’s goals, SIG is the place for you. To deliver better for our customers, our future colleagues build strong customer relationships and deliver customer‑centric solutions. Finally, we are looking for colleagues who build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Are you someone who applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organisation’s goals? Are you someone who can create new and better ways for the organisation to be successful? If the answer is ‘yes’, come and join us.
SIG is the place for you to build something incredible. We offer competitive compensation and an opportunity to partially work from home. If you join us, you will be part of a globally successful international company that is leading its industry in sustainability, technology, and more. We think of ourselves as a career launchpad – a place to develop yourself fast with real work, real experience and real opportunities to build skills. You will be part of a highly motivated and dynamic team, with personal development opportunities, training and coaching opportunities from senior team members. If you show skill and willingness to learn, we’ll back you all the way.
About SIG SIG is a leading provider of packaging systems and solutions for better. We work in partnership with our customers to bring food products to consumers around the world in a safe, sustainable, and affordable way. We are the only packaging system supplier covering carton, pouch and bag‑in‑box. Our versatile technology and product innovation capacity enable us to deliver better for customers, for consumers and for the world. Sustainability guides us; technology empowers us; but it’s the passion and drive of our people that truly enable us to deliver better. Founded in 1853, SIG is headquartered in Neuhausen, Switzerland, and listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange.
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Key responsibilities
Cascading the Operations strategy (3‑5 years) to an Operational Excellence annual plan, objectives and KPIs at Plant level in collaboration with the Plant Manager and the Operational Excellence team of SIG Group.
Independently drawing up a detailed project plan with the appropriate actions, scope determination, milestones, RACI, deliverables and resources per programme or project.
In consultation with the Plant Manager and other stakeholders (internal departments), composing project teams.
Setting up and defining KPIs and cascading them across the different organisational levels so that employees can take action based on the KPIs.
Proactively and independently signalling improvement options within the regular production process.
Responsible for designing and setting up local and/or global Lean Six Sigma training programmes and (in)planning for the Operations organisation.
You bring these skills, experience & education
Master or Bachelor qualification (e.g. Technical Business Administration, Industrial Automation).
Ideally Black Belt certified.
At least 3 years of work experience in production/industrial environment as a Continuous Improvement specialist.
Very good command of Excel, PowerBI and Lean Six Sigma methodologies and tools.
Excellent command of the English language in word and writing; Dutch would be a plus.
International travel (maximum 10%)
We are looking for people who are willing to consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances, and who create a climate where everyone is motivated to do their best to help the organisation achieve its objectives. If you actively seek new ways to grow and be challenged, if you develop people to meet both their career goals and the organisation’s goals, SIG is the place for you. To deliver better for our customers, our future colleagues build strong customer relationships and deliver customer‑centric solutions. Finally, we are looking for colleagues who build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Are you someone who applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organisation’s goals? Are you someone who can create new and better ways for the organisation to be successful? If the answer is ‘yes’, come and join us.
SIG is the place for you to build something incredible. We offer competitive compensation and an opportunity to partially work from home. If you join us, you will be part of a globally successful international company that is leading its industry in sustainability, technology, and more. We think of ourselves as a career launchpad – a place to develop yourself fast with real work, real experience and real opportunities to build skills. You will be part of a highly motivated and dynamic team, with personal development opportunities, training and coaching opportunities from senior team members. If you show skill and willingness to learn, we’ll back you all the way.
About SIG SIG is a leading provider of packaging systems and solutions for better. We work in partnership with our customers to bring food products to consumers around the world in a safe, sustainable, and affordable way. We are the only packaging system supplier covering carton, pouch and bag‑in‑box. Our versatile technology and product innovation capacity enable us to deliver better for customers, for consumers and for the world. Sustainability guides us; technology empowers us; but it’s the passion and drive of our people that truly enable us to deliver better. Founded in 1853, SIG is headquartered in Neuhausen, Switzerland, and listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange.
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