Lean Management Expert | Lean Management Expert (m/w/d) Werk Bühlertal

Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG

Obersontheim, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Oct 8, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

The Lean Management Expert at the Bühlertal plant will be instrumental in shaping and driving the Lean strategy and the continuous development of the Kärcher Productivity System (KPS). This role involves leading Business Process Management (BPM) and ensuring the transfer of industry trends and best practices across the entire Kärcher factory network. Day-to-day responsibilities include identifying challenges in production and logistics, developing practical concepts, and successfully implementing them. The expert will manage complex, cross-functional projects, such as production ergonomics initiatives, and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously. A key aspect is moderating workshops, coaching specialist departments and managers on Lean methods, and building a strong international network to anchor the Lean culture sustainably. The role also includes preparing and conducting internal audits to ensure compliance with standards, requiring strong expertise in Lean principles and change management.

Required Skills

Education

Completed technical training (e.g., Mechanical Engineering, Production Technology, or Electrical Engineering) and ideally additional training in Production Systems or a comparable technical university degree.

Experience

  • Professional experience in a manufacturing company
  • Professional experience in Production or Lean Management (ideally)
  • Substantial expertise in Lean Management principles
  • Relevant experience in leading complex, cross-functional projects and change processes

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Not specified