Budapest, North Carolina, Hungary
34 days ago
Continuous Improvement Specialist

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Job Description: Continuous Improvement Business System Specialist III (PPI)

Position Summary and Key Responsibilities:

Position Summary

The role involves working with collaborators to implement the PPI Business System, improve systems, and eliminate waste at the workstream level to enable efficiencies, intensify customer experience and increase employee engagement. The position works colleagues to build a strong partnership and set an example by through structured problem solving and training to improve systems and processes by developing skills with the facilitation of Lean fundamentals tools, such as process mapping, kaizen, root cause analysis, gemba, stand up meeting and project funnel coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Lead/work with functional teams to streamline processes to improve the customer experience, enable growth, colleague retention, and become more efficientDevelop a culture that drives continuous improvement in critical metrics for customer, finance, people, and qualityProvide support to develop problem-solving capability within the organization at all levelsTrain, mentor, and follow up with teams to ensure system improvements are sustained and the collaborators are running the processes independentlyWork closely with site PPI steering committee to identify ways to accelerate the culture change necessary to support the PPI Business SystemProvide ongoing support to teams deploying rapid responder teams on the floor to drive countermeasuresHelp teams identify new projects through value stream mapping, data analysis, and daily management systems, among other Lean ToolsWork together with the PPI Network to build, promote, standardize, and exchange standard methodologies and success cases

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, operations, business, or equivalent experienceStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to connect with and positively influence leadership and all levels of the organizationA complete problem solver who can assess the entire site with comprehensive end to end view to integrate and streamline systems for efficient benefitAble to drive continuous improvement in both non-operational and operational areas, including connecting the cross-functional resources to remove waste along the extended value streamsPassion for driving improvement and leading changeConsistent track record for developing, training, and mentoring teamsGreat communicator, including solid written, oral, and presentation-giving skillsBroad knowledge of multi-functional processes and financial business methodsHigh ethical standards to support a professional business code of conductCreative problem-solving skills, organizational and time management skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Leadership roles from fields like operations, commercial, engineering, quality, or product managementA Lean Practitioner with 3+ years of experience and a ‘hands-on’ track record of implementing successful TPS fundamentals including elements such as: visual management/5S, value stream mapping, standard work, metric boards, stand-up meetings, gemba, process mapping and project funnel coordinationProficiency in problem-solving applying a formal program/process

What We Offer: 

Competitive Compensation Package: Benefit from a competitive salary, Cafeteria benefits (SZÉP-card allowance), and an annual performance-based bonus. Flexible working arrangements and monthly pension fund contributions after six months of employment are also included. Comprehensive Health & Well-being Support: Enjoy a Medicover health insurance package with health screenings, life, accident, and critical illness insurance, as well as access to discounted dental care services. Stay active with a discounted All You Can Move Sport Pass and relax in our dedicated office areas equipped with massage chairs. Career Growth & Professional Development: Advance your skills through soft and hard skill training, continuous learning opportunities, and complimentary language courses available after three months of employment. Modern & Convenient Work Environment: Work in a modern office featuring standing desks and ergonomic chairs, located approximately 10 minutes from the city center, with complimentary parking provided. Inclusive, Multilingual Culture: Join our multilingual work environment with native colleagues, fostering a vibrant, collaborative atmosphere supported by innovative technology. Engaging Community & Events: Participate in exciting team and company events, including social responsibility initiatives and after-hours activities, as we celebrate diversity and shared achievements.

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