Lean Manager

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Job Summary: We are seeking a Lean Manager to lead the development and implementation of technical and systems capabilities in operations, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence. Key Highlights: 1. Lead continuous improvement and operational excellence. 2. Promote a zero-tolerance culture toward losses. 3. Develop high-performance teams (HPO) and TPM. At HARTMANN, we are committed to **helping**, **caring**, **protecting**, and **growing**. We support healthcare professionals so they can focus on what truly matters: positively impacting people's lives. We create solutions that make a difference—and with your commitment, you’ll grow professionally every day. At HARTMANN, your contribution will also make a difference. Join our team as a **Lean Manager** ESP\-Mataró (Barcelona) As Lean Manager within the Operations Department of our Mataró wound care plant, reporting to the Plant Manager, you will have the opportunity to prepare and implement the development of both technical and systems capabilities across the entire operations team. Our methodology for continuously expanding our capabilities is based on both process analysis and various technical categories and work systems. Capability development must translate into improved performance across key operational indicators—safety, quality, motivation, delivery, production, and cost. **Responsibilities:** * You will be responsible for defining, deploying, and implementing the capability improvement plan, integrating resources from multiple departments for both training and development, focusing on: + Knowledge of production processes + Technical capabilities + Knowledge of work systems (LEAN) + Review, creation, and development plan to achieve objectives * You will lead PDCA cycles across plant departments to drive continuous improvement, achieve growth objectives, and empower individuals. * Design the manufacturing organization to meet business needs. Disrupt the status quo. * Promote and take full organizational responsibility for cultivating an RTT (run\-to\-target) culture and a zero-tolerance mindset toward losses. * Drive operational excellence through the development of HPO and TPM teams. * Conduct Healthchecks to assess system health. * Position the plant within the global Hartmann Lean Community as a center of competence. * Assume responsibility for developing High Performance Organization (HPO) systems and strategies: + Total Equipment Ownership + Training in loss analysis and elimination using autonomous maintenance tools, reduction of unplanned stoppages, format changes, etc. + Team development through the Team Effectiveness Model * Define and implement strategies. Lead the Hoshin Kanri process jointly with the Plant Director to define the plant’s strategic needs. * Be responsible for connecting with other LEAN teams across Group plants to identify synergies that enhance local and global productive capabilities and results. **Requirements:** * Degree in Engineering. * Experience managing teams. * Experience managing projects in industrial environments. * Experience in process development and technical leadership of projects. * Servant-leadership style, Coaching On the Floor mindset, and promotion of DMS (Daily Management Systems). * Advanced level of English. * Customer orientation and high performance to join a passionate team. * Drive to make things happen and eagerness to grow. **Benefits:** * International company in constant evolution, with over 200 years of history. * Permanent contract. * Flexible working hours, hybrid remote work model, and shortened workday on Fridays. * Flexible compensation package including optional health insurance at special rates and coverage, meal vouchers, childcare vouchers, transportation vouchers, and training allowances. * Language classes. * Subsidy program for regulated vocational training (CFGM/CFGS) and university degrees. * Individualized Development Plan (IDP). * Employee store: discounted HARTMANN products. * HARTMANN Benefits Club: offers and discounts on leisure, travel, fashion, etc. * Private parking for your car or bicycle. * If you enjoy sports, changing rooms with assigned lockers are available. * Fresh fruit in the office for healthy eating. * Option to receive online purchases directly at the office. * We remember you and your loved ones with thoughtful gestures on special occasions (weddings, births, work anniversaries, etc.). Department: **Operations** Design a customer-centric career in the healthcare sector—future-ready and grounded in a culture of trust and openness. **Apply now** via our online platform. Your personal contact: **Mònica Puig**