Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field. 3+ years of experience in operational excellence, process engineering, or a similar role, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing, (Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (minimum); Black Belt preferred.) or other continuous improvement methodologies.Knowledge of tools like Kaizen, 5S, DMAIC, and TPM (Total Productive Maintenance)Competent in MS Office applications, especially for reporting and analysisFluent in English to ensure effective communication with local and international teamsDemonstrated success in problem-solving and driving results in a fast-paced production environmentMust reside in the Istanbul Anatolian Side or Izmit areaNo military obligation for male candidates

Production and Operational Excellence (OPEX) Engineer responsibilities are driving efficiency, quality, and productivity improvements in a factory and transforming the factory into a high-performing, cost-effective, and sustainable operation while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities are;

Analyzing production processes: Identifying inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and waste in operationsImplementing Lean Manufacturing techniques: Applying tools like 5S, Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen to streamline processesOptimizing workflows: Designing layouts and workflows to reduce motion, time, and resource consumptionReducing operational costs: Identifying cost-saving opportunities through waste reduction, improved resource utilization, and energy efficiencyEvaluating expenditures: Working with procurement and finance teams to ensure cost-effective sourcing and budgetingEnhancing product quality: Implementing Six Sigma methodologies to reduce defects and improve consistencyStandardizing processes: Developing and enforcing standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maintain quality and complianceRoot cause analysis: Using tools like Pareto charts and fishbone diagrams to investigate issues and implement corrective actions

In our recruitment process, the preliminary evaluation is made through a video interview sent to the appropriate candidates via HR Venue.