Manufacturing Excellence Coach

Barry Callebaut AG

On-site
Lean manufacturing principles expertise
Coaching manufacturing leadership teams
Implementation of continuous improvement
Barry Callebaut AG is seeking a Manufacturing Excellence Coach to drive continuous improvement and optimize manufacturing processes across its factories. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies, along with excellent coaching and leadership skills to foster a culture of operational excellence

Job Summary

  • The Manufacturing Excellence Coach is responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing manufacturing processes, and fostering a culture of excellence within the manufacturing environment.
  • This role involves coaching site leadership teams, assessing BCOS implementation, and promoting global reapplication of best practices to achieve zero loss mindset and high-performing manufacturing environments.
  • The position requires regular on-site presence, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and leadership in cultural change to deliver operational excellence aligned with BCOS principles.

Matching Summary

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Barry Callebaut AG is seeking a Manufacturing Excellence Coach to drive continuous improvement and optimize manufacturing processes across its factories. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies, along with excellent coaching and leadership skills to foster a culture of operational excellence.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lean manufacturing principles expertise
  • Coaching manufacturing leadership teams
  • Implementation of continuous improvement
  • Data-driven performance analysis
  • On-site shop-floor presence
  • Change management in manufacturing

Nice-to-have

  • Digital adoption and smart factory knowledge
  • Cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Global and regional network leadership
  • Mentorship and capability development
  • Cultural change leadership
  • Benchmarking and best practice sharing

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
  • TPM / IWS, Six Sigma or Lean certification preferred
  • At least 10 years manufacturing experience
  • English language proficiency
  • Minimum level 3 qualification in key BCOS pillars
  • Ability to travel 50-75% regionally and globally

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