Senior Specialist Operational Excellence Manufacturing (m/f/x)

Senior Specialist Operational Excellence Manufacturing (m/f/x)

Aptar is seeking a Senior Specialist Operational Excellence based in Freyung. This role is responsible for driving continuous improvement across the Freyung site, focusing on processes, products, and quality. The role is central to elevating operational performance, aligning with Aptar’s strategic goals, and delivering measurable savings and efficiency gains.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute the site’s continuous improvement strategy aligned with global operational excellence objectives
• Facilitate and lead cross‑functional teams to identify, evaluate, and implement impactful improvement initiatives
• Oversee Six Sigma and Lean projects, including TPM, SMED, SPC, and Shopfloor Management initiatives
• Generate cost savings that meet or exceed budget expectations through process optimization and waste reduction
• Implement digital performance management tools and QRQC systems to track and sustain improvements
• Support Six Sigma training initiatives, aiming for at least 5% of the workforce to be certified annually

Qualifications

We are seeking a Senior Specialist Operational Excellence Manufacturing (m/f/x) with a strong engineering background and Six Sigma certification to lead cross‑functional improvement initiatives, drive process optimization, and implement Lean and digital performance tools at our Freyung site.

Education

• Engineering degree or equivalent qualification
• Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt preferred and desirable

Required Skills

• Proven track record in process improvement and project management within manufacturing environments
• Strong analytical skills as well as strong technical expertise

About Aptar

At Aptar, we leverage insights, design, engineering, and science to develop cutting‑edge packaging technologies that enhance brand value for our clients and make a significant impact on people’s lives globally. Our innovations transform conventional packaging into advanced dispensing systems, offering solutions such as precise fragrance applications, mess‑free ketchup dispensing for kids, and connected technologies that support patients in adhering to their treatments. With manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, Asia, and South America, and a dedicated team of over 13,000 employees in about 20 countries, Aptar is committed to creating impactful innovations for our customers and their consumers.

Our Culture

At Aptar, our success is driven by the individuals who contribute their unique talents and perspectives every day. We believe that when you bring your authentic self to work, we all thrive.

Benefits

• An exciting, diverse and value based working environment
• Award‑winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities
• Competitive base salary and performance‑based bonus plan
• Contribute to the communities where we reside
• Innovative Benefits plan which includes: flexible working hours, financial benefits like company fitness, employee discounts, pension program and canteen meals, regular company events

Aptar is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.

Apply to the world market leader at:

aptar.com/careers