Senior Lean Development Specialist

ME & IE

Work Location Ho Chi Minh (Cu Chi District), Dong Nai (Thong Nhat District)

Job Level Experienced (Non - Manager)

Job Type Permanent

Qualification Bachelor

Experiences 3 - 5 Years

Salary Negotiable

Industry Mechanical / Auto / Automotive, Manufacturing / Process, Electrical / Electronics / Electro Refrigeration

Deadline to Apply 04/01/2026

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Job Benefit

Laptop
Insurance
Allowances
Employee Shuttle Service
Uniform
Incentive bonus
Training & Development
Salary review
Annual Leave

Job Description

The Senior Lean Development Specialist is responsible for managing and driving Lean initiatives across plant operations, ensuring a culture of continuous improvement. This role requires demonstrated Lean experience, leadership in improvement projects, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The specialist will oversee 5S, LPA/LQA, and WAR Room programs; lead Kaizen initiatives; develop Lean training materials; and ensure adherence to site and corporate Lean KPIs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITIES

Lead and coordinate Lean initiatives such as 5S, LPA/LQA, Kaizen, and WAR Room activities.
Drive continuous improvement projects, identifying and eliminating process inefficiencies and waste.
Establish and maintain Lean performance metrics to ensure teams meet and exceed departmental KPIs.
Conduct audits and assessments to monitor Lean implementation effectiveness and recommend corrective actions.
Facilitate and lead Kaizen events, engaging cross-functional teams in structured problem-solving activities.
Develop and deliver Lean training programs and materials to enhance capability across all levels.
Mentor and coach engineers, operators, and team leaders in applying Lean principles effectively.
Promote and sustain a culture of continuous improvement by integrating Lean thinking into daily operations.
Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams to align Lean projects with business objectives.
Utilize Microsoft Office Suite and Power BI to analyze data, generate reports, and provide insights for improvement.
Support visual management systems, documentation control, and standardization of best practices.

Job Requirement

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or related field.

Experience:

Minimum 3 years of experience in Lean Development, Continuous Improvement, or Industrial Engineering.
Proven expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, or Six Sigma methodologies (Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred).
Strong leadership, facilitation, and project management experience.
Experience developing and delivering Lean training programs.

Knowledge:

Deep understanding of Lean principles, value stream mapping, process analysis, and waste elimination.
Familiarity with 5S, LPA/LQA, Kaizen, and visual management systems.
Awareness of manufacturing processes and quality systems.

Functional Skills:

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Experience with Power BI and digital reporting tools is a strong advantage.
Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication.
Strong coordination and cross-departmental collaboration skills.

Other Abilities:

Excellent communication in English and Vietnamese (fluent oral and written).
Minimum IELTS equivalent score of 5.5+ or proven professional English proficiency. High attention to detail, initiative, and accountability in driving results.
Ability to coach, motivate, and influence others toward Lean adoption

Working Location:

Tan Phu Trung IZ - Cu Chi - HCMC Either Dầu Giây - Dong Nai, depending on the candidate’s place of residence (We are providing shuttle bus from HCM, Binh Duong and Dong Nai)

Job tags: Senior Lean Development Specialist Industrial Management Lean Manufacturing

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