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Junior Operational Excellence Consultant — Freelance

Job in Milan, Lombardy, Italy
Listing for: Opex Solutions
Part Time, Contract position
Listed on 2026-09-13
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Business Analyst, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We're looking for a Junior Operational Excellence Consultant — Freelance

Opex Solutions is expanding its team of senior consultants with a junior profile to support active projects in the manufacturing sector.
If you're passionate about operational excellence, love working on the shop floor, and want to grow alongside experienced professionals — read on.

What we're looking for:

✅ Degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent technical discipline
✅ Fluent in   German   (written and spoken — mandatory)
✅ Solid knowledge of   Lean Manufacturing   principles (Value Stream Mapping, 5S, SMED, OEE, Takt Time)
✅ Basic knowledge of   Six Sigma   methodology (Green Belt or active study path is a plus)
✅ Advanced proficiency in   Microsoft Excel   (data analysis, pivot tables, structured models) and   PowerPoint   (professional presentation design)
✅ Familiarity with and ability to use   Artificial Intelligence (AI)   tools for data analysis, process optimization, and problem-solving
✅ Strong analytical mindset: comfortable with numbers, data collection, and structured problem-solving
✅ Excellent interpersonal skills — you'll work directly with client teams on the floor
✅ Availability for   frequent short-term travel   (typically 2–3 days per week on-site)
✅   VAT registration required   (freelance / P.IVA — mandatory)

Nice to have:
➕ Prior experience in CNC machining, precision manufacturing, or medical device environments
➕ Familiarity with production KPIs (OTD, WIP, Lead Time)
➕ English proficiency (written deliverables are in English)
➕ Experience using CAD tools or plant layout software

What you'll do:
You'll work alongside a senior consultant on structured plant turnaround projects: data collection and analysis, process mapping, layout design support, KPI tracking, and client team facilitation. Real work, real impact, fast learning curve.

What we offer:

A concrete opportunity to build expertise in operational excellence consulting on complex, high-visibility projects. You won't be doing Power Points in a back office — you'll be on the floor, making things happen.

Send your CV and a brief cover message to: anna.goretti
Subject line:
Junior OE Consultant – Application
www.opexsolutions.it  | Lecco, Italy

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