Lean and Automation Manager (M/F)**Lean and Automation Manager**(M/F)ÁguedaThe Lean Manager will be responsible to improve process flow in assembly, manufacturing, and other primary processes. Reporting to the Operations Manager, drive automation implementation, using Lean principles of Flow, TAKT, SMED, 5S and Value Analysis to reduce costs. Project manage manufacturing, associated projects including new factory layouts. Manage and communicate the data and KPI's of the performance of the production and processes.**RESPONSABILITIES*** Carry out the study of the production flows.* Define and implement all the changes and improvements to be applied, determining the best viability and profitability.* Implementation of tools and KPI's for Continuous Improvement (Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen).* Work with OEE/TPM/VAVE, regarding the improvement of the global processes and products.* Coordinate methods and maintenance tasks related to Lean activities.* Verifies that Lean ASSA ABLOY standards are applied in all sites.* Work with production on cost reduction, productivity improvement, and study of new changes to optimize all the processes.* Control of the investments of the Lean and Automation implemented projects or improved projects to guarantee an alignment of the expense with the result.* Define and monitors the operational KPI's needed to improve the OPEX rating in Lean categories.* Develops the internal Lean training plan and trains the teams.* Any other additional function necessary in direct relation to the job itself.**CANDIDATE PROFILE****Academy requirement*** Bachelor degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering* Train in Lean Management and Continuos Improvement tools.**Experience:*** Minimum 5 years' experience**Languages:*** Fluent in Portuguese and English.**Personal Skills:*** Strong communication and interpersonal skills* Decision making attitude.* Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills* Good sensitivity and concern for the sustainability issues* Ability to work as a team**We are the ASSA ABLOY Group**Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.As we welcome new people on board, it's important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.Experience levelMid-senior levelLocationÁgueda, PortugalTravasso, Portugal### Benefits of working at ASSA ABLOYOur world of opportunities awaits: including extensive training, international roles and clear expectations for great leadership. #J-18808-Ljbffr