Operational Excellence Engineer
Workplace: Bjuv, Sverige
Expires: August 14, 2025
An Operational Excellence Engineer at HelloFresh Sweden AB in Bjuv, Sweden is responsible for improving production operations end-to-end. The role focuses on lowering costs, boosting productivity and quality, and embedding an operational excellence culture through analysis, problem solving, and leading improvements. The engineer works with a transnational cluster of OpEx engineers to standardize and harmonize processes.
Main requirements:
- 3+ years experience in production or logistics focused on high-volume manufacturing
- Proven track record in production optimization and continuous improvement
- Strong analytical and hands-on problem-solving skills
- Familiarity with Lean/Lean Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt is a plus)
- Knowledge of SOPs and lean principles like Toyota Production System
- Effective leadership and influencing skills at all organizational levels
- Fluent English; Swedish skills are a plus
Responsibilities:
- Continuously evaluate and improve operational systems and processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and reduce waste and costs
- Implement lean methodologies and structured problem-solving tools such as DMAIC, 5 Why's, and Cause & Effect diagrams
- Lead and execute improvement projects aligned with business strategies ensuring successful rollout and adoption
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams as a change agent to drive operational excellence and standardization
- Develop and implement standard work procedures, visual factory tools, and error-proofing mechanisms for process harmonization across markets
Required hard skills:
- Lean methodologies
- Continuous improvement tools (DMAIC, 5 Why's, Cause & Effect)
- Production optimization and process adherence
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) implementation
- Project leadership and change management
Recommended hard skills:
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification
- Knowledge of Toyota Production System
- Swedish language skills
Soft skills:
- Analytical thinking
- Problem-solving ability
- Leadership and influencing skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Effective communication
Frameworks:
- Lean
- Lean Six Sigma
Natural languages:
- English (Proficient)
- Swedish (Basic familiarity)
Cultural skills:
- Working in diverse international teams
- Adaptability in fast-growing environments
- Promoting operational excellence culture
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