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Continuous Improvement Leader

MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions

Naarden
Full-time
5-10 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Continuous Improvement
Lean
Six Sigma
Kaizen
Process Optimization
Root-Cause Analysis
Corrective and Preventive Actions
Project Management
Data Analysis
KPI Development
Process Standardization
Facilitation
Coaching
Communication
Change Management
ERP Systems

Job Description

Business Unit: MAES Division: Integrated Electronics Who are we looking for? The Continuous Improvement Leader drives operational excellence by identifying improvement opportunities, leading Lean/Six Sigma initiatives, and supporting teams in optimizing processes, reducing waste, and improving performance. This role partners with cross‑functional departments to implement sustainable improvements that enhance productivity, quality, safety, and cost efficiency. The Continuous Improvement Leader plays a key role in fostering a culture of continuous improvement across the organization. What will you be doing? Develop and execute continuous improvement plans aligned with business goals Lead Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other improvement methodologies Promote a culture of problem‑solving, innovation, and operational excellence Analyze current processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and waste Facilitate root‑cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions Standardize processes and develop documentation such as SOPs and work instructions Lead cross‑functional improvement projects from concept to completion Track project progress, savings, and performance metrics Ensure improvements are sustainable and embedded into daily operations Train employees at all levels on Lean tools, problem‑solving techniques, and CI principles Coach teams to identify improvement opportunities and lead their own initiatives Support leadership in developing CI capabilities across the organization Collect and analyze operational data to identify trends and improvement opportunities Develop dashboards and KPIs to measure performance and track progress Present findings and recommendations to leadership Who are You? Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related field 5+ years of experience in continuous improvement, operations, or process engineering Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred) Strong analytical, facilitation, and project management skills Excellent communication, leadership, and coaching abilities Experience with data analysis tools and ERP systems is a plus What competencies will you need? Excellent communication and presentation skills Data-driven with strong analytical and financial acumen Excellent facilitation skills, with the ability to manage diverse perspectives, demonstrate agility and to guide teams to alignment in complex and ambiguous situations. Hands-on, shop-floor oriented leader Able to influence without authority Collaborative and team-focused We are Offering... A high-impact role within an international matrix organization; The prospect of a permanent contract and excellent development opportunities; 27 vacation days per year; 13 additional leave (ADV) days per year; A travel allowance of €0.21 per kilometer up to 25km single trip; An attractive pension scheme with PME.

Core Responsibilities

Develop and lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and root-cause analysis to improve productivity, quality, safety, and cost efficiency. Analyze operational data, track project outcomes and KPIs, standardize sustainable processes, and coach teams in continuous improvement practices.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field, plus at least five years of experience in continuous improvement, operations, or process engineering. A Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt is preferred, along with strong analytical, facilitation, project management, communication, leadership, and coaching skills.

Benefits

  • Permanent Contract Opportunity
  • Development Opportunities
  • 27 Vacation Days Per Year
  • 13 Additional Leave Days Per Year
  • Travel Allowance
  • Pension Scheme

About MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions

Industry: Chemical Manufacturing

Company size: 1,001-5,000 employees

Established in 1922, MacDermid Enthone Inc., operating as MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions, stands as a global leader, specializing in the manufacture of chemical compounds catering to all facets of surface finishing applications. Their product portfolio includes innovative solutions designed to meet the evolving demands of the dynamic surface finishing industry and ever-changing customer requirements, with a strong focus on sustainable technologies and enhanced technical support. MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions operates as a business unit of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI), a diversified specialty chemicals company serving a broad spectrum of industries with innovative solutions that enhance everyday products. For more information, please visit MacDermidEnthone.com.

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