Senior CI Specialist

Xylem ist ein Fortune 500 Wassertechnologieunternehmen mit global 23.000 Mitarbeitenden in über 100 Ländern und einer Mission: unseren Kunden durch innovative Technologielösungen und unser Fachwissen bei der Lösung von Wasserproblemen und
-herausforderungen zu helfen. Wir sind der weltweit führende Anbieter effizienter, innovativer und nachhaltiger Wassertechnologien, die dafür sorgen, dass unser Wasser nachhaltig genutzt, optimal verwaltet, erhalten und wiederverwendet wird.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Senior Continuous Improvement Specialist for our Manufacturing site in Strzelin. The Senior CI Specialist will support and lead continuous improvement initiatives within the Operations department, reporting to the CI Manager. The role focuses on improving key business processes using Lean methodologies, promoting a culture of continuous improvement through training and coaching, and driving measurable operational and financial results.

• Lead process improvement projects focused on manufacturing processes and material flow optimization using Lean methodologies.
• Facilitate problem-solving activities and support implementation of effective solutions.
• Improve material and information flow across operations by eliminating waste, reducing lead times, and supporting inventory optimization.
• Drive process standardization and simplification to enhance operational performance.
• Develop business cases and track project results.
• Train and coach employees to spread CI culture and support CI certification.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and leaders to support CI objectives and sustain improvements.

Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities, License/Certification:

• Degree in Engineering, Statistics, Logistics, Mathematics, or a related field or business experience.
• 6+ years of experience in Process Improvement, Operational Excellence, material flow optimization, or process improvement, including project leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of core Lean tools (Value Stream Mapping, Continuous Flow, Making Material Flow, Managing for Daily Improvement, Standard Work, Problem Solving, etc.) in manufacturing.
• Proven ability to lead Kaizen events independently with impact on business result, inventory optimization.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in digital transformation initiatives with demonstrated results.
• Skilled in delivery training and coaching others.
• Proactive attitude toward the adoption and use of AI-based tools.
• Fluent in both Polish and English.
• Superior oral written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with individuals at all levels within and outside of the company;
  Green Belt certification is a plus.

• Passionate about people, challenging the status-quo, driving change and improvements.
• Able to work effectively within diverse teams across cultures and locations.
• Able to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at different organizational levels, without direct hierarchical power.
• At ease with working in a matrix environment.
• Ability to translate concepts, strategies into executable plans.
• Capable of managing multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Ability to travel as required by the position.
• Strong understanding of business operations and performance drivers.

Werden Sie Teil des globalen Xylem-Teams und gestalten Sie innovative Technologielösungen mit, die die Nutzung, Verfügbarkeit, den Schutz und die nachhaltige Verwendung von Wasser sicherstellen. Unsere Produkte kommen in der öffentlichen Versorgung, der Industrie, im Wohnbereich und in gewerblichen Gebäuden zum Einsatz – mit dem Ziel, intelligente Maschinen, Anlagen, Messsysteme, Netzwerktechnologien und fortschrittliche Analysen für Wasser-, Strom- und Gasversorger sowie die Industrie bereitzustellen.

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