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Valeo Lean Manufacturing (VPS) and Digitalisation Manager
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Valeo is a tech global company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent the mobility. We are an automotive supplier partner to automakers and new mobility actors worldwide. Our vision? Invent a greener and more secured mobility, thanks to solutions focusing on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest global innovative companies. 1. Lean & Continuous Improvement Leadership  ● Lead and champion the implementation of a comprehensive Lean strategy (e.g., 5S, TPM, SMED, Value Stream Mapping, Industrial Engineering, Kanban, Standard Work) across all production areas.  ● Conduct hands-on Gemba walks and process analysis to identify waste and bottlenecks in current production flows.  ● Lead Kaizen events and workshops, coaching local teams to develop a sustainable continuous improvement culture.  ● Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to productivity, OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), scrap reduction, and quality.  2. Digitalization and Smart Manufacturing Deployment  ● Identify opportunities to integrate digital technologies (e.g. IoT sensors, data analytics, MES/MOM systems, machine learning) to enhance manufacturing processes.  ● Hands-on development and deployment of software solutions, including programming, scripting, and system integration, for shop floor applications. ● Manage the selection, deployment, and integration of new digital tools and automated systems into the existing production environment. ● Ensure data integrity and establish robust reporting dashboards for real-time performance monitoring.  ● Lead the site in driving best practice and facilitate the visual digital factory adoption.  3. Quality and Productivity Improvement  ● Work directly with Quality and Production teams to solve complex manufacturing problems using structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g. PDCA, 8D, Fishbone analysis).  ● Develop and implement strategies to reduce process variation and improve first-pass yield (FPY).  ● Ensure successful transfer of new processes (Lean and Digital) from pilot to full production scale.  Required Qualifications and Experience  Education Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Manufacturing, Computer Science, or related field).  Experience (Manufacturing) Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in a high-volume manufacturing or production  environment.  Experience (Lean) Proven expertise in deploying and sustaining Lean methodologies.  Experience (Digital) 3+ years of experience in deploying digitalization projects (e.g., MES, SCADA, IoT) in a manufacturing context.  Technical Skills (Programming) Demonstrated proficiency in at least one modern programming language (e.g., Python, C#, Java) or scripting for industrial automation and data processing. Core Competencies  ● Production Acumen: Deep, practical understanding of manufacturing operations, capable of operating effectively on the production floor.  ● Leadership: Ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor junior staff in both Lean and Digital skills.  ● Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical skills with a focus on root cause analysis and data-driven decision-making.  ● Communication: Strong ability to communicate complex technical and process concepts to all organizational levels, from operators to senior management. ● Adaptability: Comfortable managing projects that blend traditional process improvement with emerging technology.  Job: Site VPS Manager Organization: Site General Schedule: Full time Employee Status: Regular Job Type: Permanent contract Job Posting Date: 2026-01-09 Join Us ! Being part of our team, you will join: - one of the largest global innovative companies, with more than 20,000 engineers working in Research & Development - a multi-cultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration - more than 100,000 colleagues in 31 countries... which make a lot of opportunity for career growth - a business highly committed to limiting the environmental impact if its activities and ranked by Corporate Knights as the number one company in the automotive sector in terms of sustainable development More information on Valeo: https://www.valeo.com

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