Job Summary: We are seeking a Lean Manager to lead continuous improvement in operations, developing technical and systems capabilities to positively impact safety, quality, and efficiency outcomes. Key Highlights: 1. Lead continuous improvement and drive operational excellence. 2. Develop strategies and systems for High Performance Organization. 3. Connect with global LEAN teams to achieve productive synergies. At HARTMANN, we are committed to **helping**, **caring**, **protecting**, and **growing**. We support healthcare professionals so they can focus on what truly matters: making a positive impact on 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 technical and systems capability development across the entire operations team. Our methodology for continuously expanding 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 different 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 toward growth objectives and empower individuals with accountability. * Design the manufacturing organization to meet business needs. Disrupt the status quo. * Promote and take full organizational responsibility for building an RTT (run\-to\-target) culture and a zero-tolerance mindset toward losses. * Drive operational excellence through HPO and TPM team development. * Conduct Healthchecks to assess system health. * Position the plant within the global Hartmann Lean Community as a center of competence. * Take ownership of developing High Performance Organization systems and strategies: + Total Equipment Ownership + Training in loss analysis and elimination using autonomous maintenance tools, reduction of unplanned stoppages, format changeovers, etc. + Team development via 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 the Group’s various LEAN teams across plants to identify synergies that enhance local and global productive capabilities and results. **Requirements:** * University 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 get things done and eagerness to grow. **Benefits:** * International company in constant evolution, with over 200 years of history. * Permanent contract. * We offer flexible working hours, a hybrid remote work model, and a shortened workday on Fridays. * Flexible compensation package including optional private 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 path 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**