Lean Operations Transformation Leader (F/M/X) in Zandvliet, Belgium

Job ID

27359

Lean Operations Transformation Leader (F/M/X)

Regular

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Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

• Our Transformation & Projects/ Operational Excellence team, composed of 11 people, is integrated in the Executive Leadership department.

• As an Lean Operations Transformation Leader , you will work on driving lean manufacturing practices throughout the company, fully embedded in our Star Factory program. You will get the opportunity to join a thriving Industrial Function and take part in an ambitious transformation initiative Solvay has, to enhance the Group’s capabilities and enable us to upscale further.

• You will be accountable for:

• Driving the Star Factory program design, implementation, and tracking in our manufacturing sites in close collaboration with site teams, deploying the lean approach with consistency up to the highest level of maturity to drive superior performance improvement

• Developing and sustain internal momentum around the different transformation activities to ensure the short-term and long-term performance objectives of the program of the sites are achieved

• Developing, deploy, and inspire the change and performance management mindset, methodology, and toolbox

• Transfering change management expertise (including toolbox and methodology) to the site stakeholders (Site Star Factory leader, change agents, shopfloor), ensuring hands-on training and coaching

• You may be assigned to support missions in the sites of your region during critical phases of the transformation journey of a site

• You will collaborate with digital teams to help develop new digital solutions, allowing standardization and simplification of activities and processes

• We offer a permanent contract based on hybrid working mode.

About you

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

• Minimum of 5 experience preferably in the Process Manufacturing industry.

• Competencies:

• Fluency in English is mandatory. Any other language is a plus

• Lean Six Sigma

• Behaviors:

• Tech/Digital savvy

• Data-driven

• Continuous Improvement acumen

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the Belgium base pay reasonably expected for this role is 82 000€ to 103 000€, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.

• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.

• Prioritization of well-being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.

• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay’s pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €5.6 billion in net sales in 2022 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.

• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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Job ID

27359

Regular