Lean Engineer

The Lean Engineer plays a key role in driving continuous improvement initiatives across operations. The role focuses on identifying improvement opportunities, analyzing operational data, and leading Lean and Six Sigma projects that enhance efficiency, quality, delivery, safety, and overall operational performance.

The Lean Engineer works closely with production, logistics, fechnical department and facilities and IT teams to implement structured problem-solving methodologies and ensure improvements are sustainable. This position is instrumental in strengthening the continuous improvement culture through coaching, facilitation of improvement workshops and implementation of Lean tools.

• Location: Lummen and Westerlo
• Travel: Occasional travel may be required
• Type of Contract: Permanent
  
  
  

• Propose and lead Lean and Six Sigma improvement projects to enhance OEE, efficiency, quality, delivery and safety
• Identify operational improvement opportunities through data analysis and root cause analysis
• Develop business cases and improvement initiatives that deliver measurable savings
• Facilitate Kaizen workshops and PDCA improvement cycles
• Execute 5S and Lean audits, gemba walks, and operational checks
• Ensure continuous improvement initiatives are effectively implemented and sustained

• Analyze operational data and performance indicators to identify improvement opportunities
• Support root cause analysis and structured problem solving
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and data structures supporting improvement initiatives
• Ensure the accuracy and reliability of critical operational metrics, including OEE data
• Track project progress and validate performance improvements

• Work closely with Production, Logistics, Technical Department, Facilities, and IT teams to drive operational improvements
• Support implementation and continuous improvement related to MES/DPT systems
• Align improvement initiatives with operational priorities and business objectives
• Ensure Lean methodologies are applied consistently across teams

• Train and coach employees on Lean tools and continuous improvement methodologies
• Promote a culture of data-driven decision making
• Support teams in applying Lean practices to improve operational performance
• Facilitate workshops and improvement sessions across the organization

• Experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement roles
• Proven experience leading improvement projects in manufacturing or operational environments
• Experience working with data analysis and performance metrics
• Experience in cross-functional project environments
  
  

• Knowledge of Lean methodologies and continuous improvement tools
• Experience with OEE analysis and operational performance metrics
• Experience with root cause analysis methodologies (PDCA, DMAIC, etc.)
• Familiarity with data analysis tools and reporting dashboards
  
  

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to influence stakeholders across different functions
• Strong communication and facilitation skills
• Ability to drive change and continuous improvement initiatives
  
  

• Master ’s degree in engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field

• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) is a plus
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
• Experience working with ERP systems or operational data platforms

If you are ready to be part of our exciting journey at STG, please apply by including your resume and highlighting your experience relevant to this opportunity.

Thank you for considering this exciting opportunity.

Scandinavian Tobacco Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.