Manufacturing Engineer with Lean Expertise
Key Skills
Job Description
Are you passionate about optimizing processes and leading innovative industrial projects? As a Manufacturing Engineer with Lean skills at Airborne International, you’ll play a key role in transforming how we industrialize projects. From defining optimal industrial processes to ensuring high-volume outputs, you’ll have the opportunity to make a significant impact while driving efficiency and quality. Your Mission In this exciting role, you’ll be responsible for designing and implementing production lines for high-volume manufacturing of substrate panels. You’ll take the lead in calculating resource requirements, determining production cadence, and developing technical specifications for machinery, utilities, and facility upgrades. In addition, you’ll set up real-time effectiveness monitors to ensure smooth production, on-time delivery, and cost efficiency. You’ll also act as a mentor and leader, guiding team members and supporting production until the project is fully operational. Key Responsibilities As a Manufacturing Engineer & Lean Specialist, your role will include: Process Optimization: Identify waste and inefficiencies in production, develop solutions, and oversee the implementation of improvements. Composite Manufacturing: Lead process development, including tooling for composite materials. Risk Mitigation: Anticipate and mitigate risks during production. Continuous Improvement: Stimulate ongoing process improvements and standardization. Team Leadership: Coach and lead production teams within various projects, fostering a culture of collaboration and growth. Machine Procurement Support: Assist in the technical specifications and procurement of new machinery. Innovation in Production Lines: Implement and optimize new production lines for cutting-edge products. First Line Support: Act as the first point of contact for resolving production issues. You’ll work closely with a dynamic team of engineers (structural, design, CAD), quality experts, project managers, and the production team to ensure projects are executed flawlessly. Educational Background: A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (e.g., Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.). Lean Expertise: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification and a strong grasp of continuous improvement methodologies. Industry Experience: At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing, design, or production environment, with a proven track record in implementing Lean projects. Leadership Skills: A natural mentor with excellent communication and leadership abilities, capable of zooming in on details while keeping the big picture in mind. Bilingual Advantage: While English is essential, proficiency in Dutch is highly preferred. The Hague: You must live within commuting distance of The Hague. Onsite: You are comfortable working mainly onsite, and you can start daily between 07:00 and 09:00 a.m. NB: We do not offer relocation and Visa Sponsorship for this position. Why Join Us? At Airborne International, you’ll join an innovative company where creativity, quality, and cutting-edge technology come together to shape the future. Here’s what we offer: Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development through ongoing training, mentoring, and learning on the job. Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including 32 days of annual leave and a retirement pension plan. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working hours, with the option to start your day between 7:00 and 9:00. Inspiring Environment: Collaborate with like-minded, talented colleagues in a highly dynamic, innovative workplace. Convenient Location: Easily accessible by car or public transport. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a growing company that values innovation and creativity. Help us drive the future of manufacturing—apply today and be part of our journey!
Core Responsibilities
Design and implement high-volume production lines for substrate panels, including process development, resource and cadence planning, machinery specifications, and production monitoring. Optimize manufacturing processes, mitigate risks, support production issues, and lead and mentor teams through project implementation and operational handover.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification, and at least five years of experience in manufacturing, design, or production, including a record of implementing Lean projects. Candidates should have strong leadership and communication skills, be able to work mainly onsite within commuting distance of The Hague, and be proficient in English; Dutch is highly preferred.
Benefits
- 32 Days Of Annual Leave
- Retirement Pension Plan
- Flexible Working Hours
- Professional Development And Training
About Airborne
Industry: Plastics Manufacturing
Company size: 51-200 employees
Airborne is the technology leader in advanced composites, specialized in the industrialisation of engineering and manufacturing of durable fiber reinforced composites for Space, Aeronautics and Marine industries. With our 25 years heritage in composites, we provide our clients with high-end composite solutions either directly through advanced manufacturing of components or by developing industrialisation packages which we implement at manufacturers of choice. Airborne’s focus is on high-end composite components, at high production rates at radically low conversion costs. In total, a dynamic group of about 150 employees work at Airborne, at all levels, and from various backgrounds and nationalities. We have departments for manufacturing, engineering, quality assurance, financial administration, purchasing and support staff. At Airborne we know that innovation in manufacturing through automation, digitalisation and advanced analytics is the catalyst for the significant increase in productivity that companies need to stay competitive. We understand the complexity and cost involved in producing composite products for demanding applications in highly regulated industries. Our legacy in advanced composites manufacturing makes us experts in developing and delivering automated solutions that enable our customers to achieve high production rates and radically low conversion costs.