Lean Manager I (m/f/d)

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Establishment and further development of Lean Manufacturing and Lean Office: Initiating, planning, preparing, evaluating, coordinating, and tracking all Lean activities in production and administration, as well as developing and updating transformation roadmaps within the scope of all Lean initiatives.
• Implementation of Lean principles: Applying Lean methods to eliminate waste and increase operational efficiency.
• Process analysis: Analyzing existing workflows to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
• Training and coaching: Delivering training sessions and providing hands‑on support to employees regarding Lean tools and best practices.
• Cross‑functional collaboration: Working with departments across the organization to drive and support improvement initiatives.
• Effectiveness review: Tracking progress and effectiveness of Lean initiatives, reporting results, and recommending adjustments.
• Kaizen facilitation: Planning, leading, and following up on Kaizen workshops to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Development of standard work instructions: Supporting the creation and maintenance of standardized work instructions to promote consistency and standard methodologies.
• Root cause analysis: Leading investigations into process issues to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Quality improvement: Supporting the development and integration of quality control systems and procedures.
• Global collaboration and exchanging standard processes with international nVent teams.
• Leadership of the local Lean team: Leading and supporting the local Lean team in achieving targets and improving processes.

YOU HAVE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a Lean / Continuous Improvement role with at least five years of relevant experience.
• In‑depth knowledge of Lean tools and methodologies such as Kaizen, Management for Daily Improvement (MDI), 5S, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Root Cause Problem Solving, Standard Work, etc.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Meticulousness with a structured and independent working style.
• Adaptability and the ability to guide and support colleagues.
• Very good knowledge of SAP and Microsoft tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; an effective team player.
• High level of independence, initiative, assertiveness, flexibility, and resilience.
• Fluent German and English skills, both written and spoken.

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

  • nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry‑leading brands that are recognised globally for quality, reliability and innovation.

  • Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organisations where our employees volunteer or donate money

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

  • Innovative & adaptable

  • Dedicated to absolute integrity

  • Focused on the customer first

  • Respectful and team oriented

  • Optimistic and energising

  • Accountable for performance

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

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