13 Empregos para Lean Manufacturing - Portugal

Air Liquide Europe Business Services (ALEBS) was created in 2019 in Lisbon, Portugal with the mandate to provide financial services for Air Liquide European entities. In the space of 4 years, it has expanded to over 400 employees based in 3 office locations: Lisbon, Tomar and Guarda. The geographical scope was extended to include, besides the European affiliates also entities located in Africa, Middle-East and India, and the operational scope was extended and includes today not just Finance, but also Human Resources.

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

The Continuous Improvement Specialist is responsible for driving operational excellence across the organization, utilizing Lean Six Sigma methodologies. This role is fundamental to identifying, analyzing, and implementing process improvement projects that result in efficiency gains, cost reduction, and improved service quality. The ideal candidate possesses the Green Belt certification and a passion for solving complex problems through data

• C-Imp Project Leadership: Lead and manage end-to-end Continuous Improvement (C-Imp) projects, applying the DMAIC methodology (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control).
• Lean Six Sigma Application: Apply Lean tools and principles (e.g., Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Visual Management) and Six Sigma principles (statistics and variance analysis) to optimize internal processes.
• Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and interpret process performance data to identify the root cause of problems and quantify the impact of proposed solutions.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with department leaders and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment, buy-in, and sustainability of implemented changes.
• Training and Coaching: Act as a mentor and coach for operational teams in applying basic continuous improvement principles
• Documentation: Create robust process documentation (AS-IS and TO-BE) and control plans to ensure that improvement gains are sustained

Are you a MATCH?

• Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering , Management, HR or a related field
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of proven experience in continuous improvement, operational excellence, or project management roles
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification (Mandatory)
• Proficiency in statistical analysis tools (e.g., Minitab) and process mapping tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart).
• Fluency in English (written and spoken)
• Focus on achieving quantifiable results and business value through improvement
• Ability to clearly communicate complex concepts to different levels of audience (operational to executive)
• Analytical and Critical Thinking

Our Differences make our Performance

At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

About The Superior Wellness Group

Founded in 2011, Superior Wellness is the world's fastest-growing hot tub manufacturer, creating premium, high-quality products designed to enhance health and well-being.

As an innovative manufacturer and distributor, we import and deliver a global selection of Hot Tubs, Swim Spas, Chill Tubs, Saunas, and Accessories, catering to both trade and retail customers across several countries.

Over the past 13 years, we've experienced remarkable growth, expanding our international team to 140 and achieving a turnover exceeding £34.5 million. Driven by ambitious plans for the future, this year alone we've celebrated significant milestones, including acquiring a manufacturing facility in Portugal and opening a new distribution centre in South Carolina.

The company is the parent brand of industry-leading products such as Platinum Spas, AquaSolus, HEKLA, Chill Tubs and now Portcril.

Superior Wellness is committed to providing exceptional wellness experiences through innovation, quality and customer satisfaction.

In order to maintain its high standards,
Superior Wellness in Portugal
is looking to reinforce the team with a Continuous Improvement Engineer.

Responsibilities:

• Improvement project management;
• Collection and monitoring of production data;
• Structuring and organisation of tasks and workstations;
• Optimisation and standardisation of processes;
• Structured problem solving;
• Support for a culture of continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate should have:

• Dynamism and proactivity;
• Ability to learn and adapt;
• Communication skills and critical thinking;
• Higher education in Mechanical Engineering and/or Industrial Engineering and Management;
• Knowledge of Lean and Quality tools;
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office;
• Good knowledge of spoken and written English (eliminatory factor).

Core Values – Candidates must match our company team values:

• Discipline – We get things done efficiently and effectively
• Responsibility – We own the problems and solve them
• Consistency – We are better today than yesterday
• Trust – Delivering exceptional service beyond expectations
• Integrity – We do what we say we will
• Team – We work together, respect each other, be honest and protect the team

Team Benefits:

• Generous salary package;
• Reward Recognition and Wellness programme;
• Fantastic career and development opportunities;
• Onsite parking.

Your application will go through a rigorous analysis where it will be given due confidentiality.

If you fulfil all the requirements, you will be contacted by our team.

Join the
Superior Wellness
team in
Portugal

Hitachi Energy is looking for a Regional Continuous Improvement Leader to join our international team for our Grid Automation Business Unit, across the UK and Europe. Driving sustainable and transformational change in a wide variety of identified business areas. Making a direct impact to our operational efficiency and delivering associated cost savings across all our business operations across Hub Europe Grid Automation.
Ideally, you'll have a working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma strategies and principles. Plus, experience of conducting cycles of learning & running projects utilizing Six Sigma methodology. As you champion change, you'll have a clear understanding of success factors, market requirements, threats and opportunities and you'll be able to encourage, guide and support internal stakeholders at all levels – so that their understanding and appreciation of the benefits are realized on a personal level as they engage wholeheartedly on the continuous improvement journey with you. Ours is a people business where hearts and minds are convinced and changed through close collaboration.

You'll combine technical knowledge in Lean and Six Sigma with people and organizational skills to deliver data driven operational improvements within a defined time frame – so you'll be superb communicator able to deliver a compelling, positive message to your internal audience as well as a coach and project manager and importantly a trusted subject matter expert.

As our Regional Continuous Improvement leader, you will pioneer transformation and operational excellence and make a valuable contribution to our business, which is an excellent platform to accelerate your career. Your future starts today

Your Responsibilities

• Serving as a change agent within the designated geography as well as within the Global PG Division Continuous Improvement function
• Continually challenging conventional thinking and drives accountability for operational results for all locations and organizational structures in-scope including lead time, inventory, cost etc.
• Teaching Continuous Improvement thinking & the potential to undertake DMAIC projects.
• Coaching & mentoring Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence and Quality Leaders across the geography .
• Responsible for ensuring that the Leading Operating Model (Lighthouse Framework) deployment across various sites and functions within the geography in line with agreed targets and plans.
• Supported delivery of key projects across the Hub as a L6S coach and mentor
• Delivery of the CI HUB Europe strategy and accountable for achieving strategic targets and milestones.

Your background

• Experience in areas such as manufacturing, engineering, materials management, quality, and process improvements.
• Track record of delivering breakthrough results impacting the bottom line
• Developing strategy and translating into actionable plans & driving sustainable change through influence
• Experience of being a Change Agent challenging conventional thinking, approach and methodology and driving improvements
• Leading teams through influence without authority Experience working with and developing a Lean Production System (or similar)
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, World Class Manufacturing or Six Sigma strategies and principles
• Conducting cycles of learning & kaizen events. Clear understanding of success factors, market requirements, threats and opportunities of supported business and markets
• Able to efficiently multi-task initiatives such as trainings, lead kaizen events , follow up activities, reports etc.
• Effective communicator at all levels of the organization including senior leaders.
• Project Management skills - Meets deadlines, follows up and escalates late actions, closes gaps before issues escalate.
• Providing weekly progress updates to leadership groups
• Able to develop training plans and ensure 100% sustainment of all items.
• Solution focus with exceptional problem-solving skills

Hitachi Energy are pioneers in sustainable energy solutions at a time when it matters most. We place people at the heart of our success so that together we achieve
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Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.

About The Job
The Continuous Improvement Team Manager leads a team of CI project managers and CI trainers/coaches to take Continuous Improvement concepts, tools and culture across the organization, always seeking efficiency opportunities within its scope of activities.

Your Main Activities Are
The Continuous Improvement Team Manager will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Support the local Operations Senior Managers to derive from the global ops roadmap / priorities the local ones to reach local Ops targets
• Define Continuous Improvement annual roadmap to support local Operations roadmaps, identify and schedule Continuous Improvement projects / workshops / OPS managers Training & Coaching
• Manage local CI team of CI Project Managers & CI Trainers/Coaches
• Lead process improvement initiatives using Continuous Improvement Programme approach and tools to improve and standardize processes across locations – including post project follow up & impact quantification
• Entertain close relationships with the local Operations managers to capture their needs and arrange for initiatives to address them once approved by the programme stakeholders
• Prepare and facilitate problem solving workshops on multi-geographies issues – including post project follow up & impact quantification
• Implement Continuous improvement management practices such as performance management or activity management at Team leaders, Ops leaders, Process owners level including follow up & impact quantification
• Spread Continuous Improvement culture across the organization
• Prepare reporting on local Continuous Improvement programme, lead regular reviews with Ops senior management to follow up progress on CI roadmap

Profile And Skills To Success

• Master's degree in management, Finance, Economics or Engineering
• Excellent command of English. French is a plus
• Strong experience on Lean methods and tools
• Strong experience on change management methods and tools
• Advanced facilitation skills
• Leadership: Capacity to bring together different stakeholders' visions and have them converge towards the same common target and get their full buy-in
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levels of the business
• Rigorous, organized, and execution oriented
• Team player, ability to work cross functionally for the general interest
• Sense of priority: capacity to draw the line between important and secondary matters and switch between macroscopic and detailed issues permanently
• Previous experience within CIB Operations or exposure to their processes will be a key asset
• Previous experience in project managers/Change team management is a prerequisite
• Skills on coaching
• Black Belt Lean Six Sigma certification is a prerequisite

Why joining BNP Paribas?

• Leading banking institution

BNP Paribas is the European Union's leading bank, and key player in international banking. It operates in 63 countries and has nearly employees, including more than in Europe.

• Our presence in Portugal

In Portugal since 1985, BNP Paribas today has more than 8.700 employees, distributed across the Group's 10 business entities established in the country. Its presence also extends to 11 excellence centers providing value-added services to various countries where the BNP Paribas Group also operates.

• International reach

Thanks To Its International Presence And Regular And Close Collaboration Among Its Different Entities, BNP Paribas Has The Resources To Support All Clients With Financing, Investment, Savings And Protection Solutions That Help Make Their Projects a Success. BNP Paribas Holds Key Positions In Its Three Core Operating Divisions

• Retail Banking, a division that brings together all of the Group's retail activities and specialised business lines;
• Investment & Protection Services that include specialised businesses offering a wide range of savings, investment and protection services;
• Corporate & Institutional Banking division that offers tailored financial solutions for corporate and institutional clients.
• Diversity and Inclusion commitment

BNP Paribas is an equal opportunity employer and proud to provide equal employment opportunity to all job seekers. We are actively committed to ensuring that no individual is discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity/paternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Equity and diversity are at the core of our recruitment policy because we believe that they foster creativity and efficiency, which in turn increase performance and productivity. We strive to reflect the society we live in, while keeping with the image of our clients.

• Commitment towards work/life balance

At BNP Paribas we care about our employees wellbeing and promote a culture of good integration between work and rest. We believe our employees have rich personal lives outside of work, being fundamental to be disconnected from work to recharge both physically and mentally. Only through this balance we may all be at our best while working.

• Remote Working Conditions

At BNP Paribas, we embrace a Smart Working framework based on trust, autonomy and collaboration. Within this framework, eligible employees can benefit from flexible remote working modalities adapted to our hybrid working environment. To guarantee a comfortable and efficient working set-up, eligible employees are provided with both the office and home equipment, are entitled to an equipment allowance and can benefit from exclusive partnerships to purchase additional equipment at reduced prices.

To find out more on why you should join BNP Paribas visit

• Please note that only applications submitted in English will be considered.
• In case you are selected for this role, further documentation will be requested to support your hiring process.

Procuramos um/a formador/a especialista em Lean Six Sigma , com experiência comprovada em projetos de melhoria contínua, otimização de processos e gestão da qualidade. O profissional será responsável por ministrar o curso Preparatório para a Certificação Black Belt , orientando os formandos na aplicação prática das metodologias Lean e Six Sigma e na preparação para o exame de certificação internacional.

Responsabilidades:

• Ministrar aulas teóricas e práticas sobre Lean Six Sigma, DMAIC e ferramentas estatísticas.
• Orientar estudos de caso e simulações de projetos reais.
• Preparar os formandos para o exame de certificação Black Belt.
• Garantir o alinhamento pedagógico com os materiais e padrões da instituição.
• Avaliar o progresso dos formandos e propor estratégias de melhoria.

Requisitos:

• Formação superior em Engenharia, Gestão, Qualidade ou áreas afins.
• Certificação Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (obrigatória).
• Experiência prática na implementação de projetos Lean Six Sigma.
• Experiência comprovada em formação (preferencialmente em contexto online).
• Excelentes capacidades de comunicação e didática.

Valorizamos:

• Experiência em ambientes industriais, logísticos ou de serviços.
• Domínio de ferramentas de análise estatística (Minitab, Excel, Power BI, entre outras).
• Capacidade de contextualizar a metodologia em diferentes setores.

Regime:

Colaboração como formador externo (prestação de serviços).

Modalidade de formação: online .

Local:

Remoto (Portugal)

Procuramos um/a formador/a especialista em Lean Six Sigma, com experiência comprovada em projetos de melhoria contínua, otimização de processos e gestão da qualidade. O profissional será responsável por ministrar o curso Preparatório para a Certificação Black Belt, orientando os formandos na aplicação prática das metodologias Lean e Six Sigma e na preparação para o exame de certificação internacional.

Responsabilidades:

• Ministrar aulas teóricas e práticas sobre Lean Six Sigma, DMAIC e ferramentas estatísticas.
• Orientar estudos de caso e simulações de projetos reais.
• Preparar os formandos para o exame de certificação Black Belt.
• Garantir o alinhamento pedagógico com os materiais e padrões da instituição.
• Avaliar o progresso dos formandos e propor estratégias de melhoria.

Requisitos:

• Formação superior em Engenharia, Gestão, Qualidade ou áreas afins.
• Certificação Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (obrigatória).
• Experiência prática na implementação de projetos Lean Six Sigma.
• Experiência comprovada em formação (preferencialmente em contexto online).
• Excelentes capacidades de comunicação e didática.

Valorizamos:

• Experiência em ambientes industriais, logísticos ou de serviços.
• Domínio de ferramentas de análise estatística (Minitab, Excel, Power BI, entre outras).
• Capacidade de contextualizar a metodologia em diferentes setores.

Regime:

Colaboração como formador externo (prestação de serviços).

Modalidade de formação: online.

Local:

Remoto (Portugal)

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Ensures that all Manufacturing Engineering (ME) related activities in the office and on the production floor are carried out in a safe manner. Responsible to address any unsafe practices by any employee that are witnessed in any area on the shop floor or in the office.

Effectively supports and understands the JAC Products Development System (JPDS) and overall launch responsibility. Responsible to complete on time all deliverables assigned to the Manufacturing Engineer under JPDS program and support JPDS program Gate reviews.

Verify BOM for parts manufactured on assigned manufacturing cells are accurate and contain proper quantities and weights for each part.

Supports the development of packaging and ensures BOMs & packaging instructions are accurate and correct.

Prepares project cost estimates, budgets, Returns On Investments (ROIs), and CARs as required

Works with Launch Managers, Facility Tooling, and Equipment Suppliers to develop and build assembly fixtures, assembly aids, or other equipment needed in developing manufacturing cell to manufacturing parts.

Ensures that work cells are set-up properly and contains the required equipment and information that enables proper number of operators to produce products at the assigned run-rate and to the required specifications. This includes such items as Assembly Tools, Safety Devices, up-to-date Standard Work, Operator Work Instructions, and Error Proofing / Poke-Yokes devices etc.

Leads the creation and maintenance of specific process Work Instructions, partnering with the appropriate Business Unit counterpart(s) to ensure accuracy of process.

Participate in quality stand-down for customer concerns, use problem solving tools such as JAC corrective action process, 8D, 5Why, Fishbone Diagrams, Design of Experiment (DOE), etc. to help identify root cause, and support team in implementing permanent corrective actions.

10.   Responsible for information boards and the following metrics are being tracked daily and monthly on each cell. Scrap, Downtime, Change-over, Repair/FTY, and Labor Efficiency.

11.   Responsible for creating and updating Job Books for each part number on their assigned cell.

12.   Leads and supports productivity enhancing and cost reducing activities in reducing scrap, downtime reductions, changeover reductions, efficiency improvements, and improvements in repairs/ first time yield (FTY), Use problem solving tools such as JAC corrective action process, 8D, 5Why, Fishbone Diagrams, Design of Experiment (DOE), etc. to support these activities.

13.   Driving improvements through the JAC Products Performance System (JPPS). Implementing lean manufacturing concepts on their assigned cells and involving operators, maintenance, and tooling personnel in cell improvements.

14.   Implement Engineering Changes for assigned manufacturing cells. Assure all BOM and routers are aligned to the change, verify material quantity and weights, update all work cell information, and prepare ME responsible documents for PPAP and submit to QE for presentation to customer.

15.   Assists in audits of the Quality Management System of their assigned cells; includes compliance to existing work Instructions, processes, and forms. Includes internal and customer driven audits.

16.   Responsible for training Business Unit team members and operators on safety devices, manufacturing build process, standard work, process flow diagrams (PFD), PFMEA, work instructions, problem solving techniques, cell layout, information board, and charting cell metrics.

17.   Interfaces with suppliers as needed on processes, productivity, and product improvements.

18.   Performs all other functions required by Maintenance and Engineering Manager.

SKILLS/COMPENTENCIES:

• Advanced technical Knowledge of relevant manufacturing processes such as: injection molding, extrusion, fabrication, metal roll-forming.
• Advanced knowledge of Manufacturing Process design and work cell layout.
• Advanced knowledge and practical application of Problem Solving / Process Improvement analysis, tools, and techniques.
• Knowledge of Datum Structure and Design For Manufacturing.
• Strong working knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts and standard work.
• Basic computer skills, including P.C. knowledge and current technology software familiarity.
• Excellent communication skills - both written and oral.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or the equivalent / relevant technical experience is required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Three (3) or more years' experience in the relevant manufacturing process(s).
• Practical, successful experience in work-cell layout.
• Practical, successful experience in the development of Standard Work.
• Successful Product Launch / Production Start-up experience including all documentation, testing, data collection, and reporting.
• Experience leading the PPAP process to successful conclusion.
• Experience leading cost savings and performance improvement initiatives within the manufacturing environment.

Main Responsibilities
JOB DESCRIPTION

• Provide overall manufacturing engineer support to the Value Steam
• Evaluate existing manufacturing processes and workflows to identify areas that could benefit from changes and improvements
• Coordinate with the Quality and Operations department to design and implement standard work and inspection methods and documents
• Participate in manufacturing reviews for new products/processes introductions or redesigns
• Support developing staff skills with focus on organizational flexibility to support processing, standard rates, manufacturing expertise and problem solving

Required Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineer, Engineering and Industrial Management
• Experience between 4 to 6 years in similar functions
• Lean/Six Sigma skills
• Proven track record of participating on successful capital/innovation projects
• Knowledge in SAP
• Good command of the English language (mandatory)
• Integrity, resilience, proactivity and initiative skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent problem-solving ability

Benefits

• Weekly working hours of 35 hours
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Pension Plan
• Continuous training
• Integration in a multinational company

Join Our Team as a Process Improvement & Systems Specialist in Porto
Who Are We?
Clever Advertising is a multinational digital brand serving the iGaming industry for the last 15 years with innovative advertising and technology solutions.

Why joining Clever?
Working with us means joining a diverse team where each member contributes to collective success, supporting one another through shared goals and passions. We not only focus on achieving excellent results but also enjoy the journey, making every day both fulfilling and fun.

Where's the Action?
Our office in Porto – a vibrant hub of innovation and culture, where great things happen every day

* What is my role like? *
We're looking for a
Process Improvement & Systems Specialist
to join Clever Advertising on a maternity leave cover.

This role ensures continuous process improvement and effective knowledge management across the organization. The person in this role will be responsible for maintaining and disseminating Clever's knowledge base and FAQs, supporting internal training initiatives, and ensuring system compliance and documentation accuracy.

By collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, this role guarantees the integrity, usability, and optimization of operational workflows, contributing directly to a culture of efficiency and continuous improvement.

*What
*will my daily tasks involve?***

• Respond to and resolve support tickets related to Processes and the Knowledge Base.
• Lead training sessions on knowledge bases and process standardization.
• Review and update processes, procedures, checklists, and FAQs.
• Manage and distribute Clever's internal ChatBot to help expand and maintain the organizational knowledge base.
• Provide consultancy and guidance on continuous process improvement.
• Ensure compliance with process indicators and monitor progress on action plans.
• Collaborate with the Process Audit team to ensure ongoing optimization and adherence to best practices.

*What is expected from me? *
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Process Management, or related field.

2+ years of experience in process improvement, knowledge management, or operations coordination.

Understanding of process documentation and optimization methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).

Excellent communication and presentation skills for training and internal engagement.

Familiarity with Atlassian tools (Confluence and Jira).

Analytical mindset with attention to detail and a proactive attitude toward improvement.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across departments.

Proficiency in English (written and spoken).

What's in It for You at Clever?

Competitive Remuneration Package
– Because you deserve the best

Health Insurance
– Because your health matters

Happiness Department & E.A.P.
– Holistic well-being and unlimited online psychology sessions with our in-house therapist.

Birthday Leave
– Take the day off — it's all about you

Cafeteria with Healthy Options
– We're feeders, sorry

Continuous Learning Culture
– Clever Academy and language classes.

• and so much more

At Clever, we believe in diversity and inclusion as drivers of innovation. We foster a work environment free from discrimination, where everyone has equal opportunities to succeed
Ready to make a Clever Choice?