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Kronospan

Online platform for wood-based panel sourcing

Lean & 5S Specialist

Manufacturing & Process EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeVeliko Tarnovo, BulgariaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A degree in a technical, engineering, economics, or other relevant field is required.
  • Practical experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
  • Knowledge of Lean principles and continuous-improvement tools is required.
  • Experience with 5S, Kaizen, Visual Management, Standard Work, or similar methodologies is required.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills are required.
  • Ability to work with different teams and organizational levels is required.
  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability are required.
  • Good command of English is required.
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office is required.

Responsibilities

  • Implement, coordinate, and support application of the 5S methodology across all company production units.
  • Organize and conduct training on Lean principles, 5S, and good manufacturing practices.
  • Conduct regular 5S audits, analyze results, and track completion of resulting actions.
  • Work with managers and teams to identify and implement process-improvement opportunities.
  • Identify and eliminate the eight types of waste (Muda) using Lean tools including value stream mapping, SMED, Kanban, and Poka-Yoke.
  • Support Kaizen initiatives and projects to improve efficiency.
  • Develop and maintain visual standards, instructions, and management tools.
  • Monitor key performance indicators and prepare analyses and progress reports for Lean initiatives.
  • Initiate and participate in projects to optimize work processes and workplace organization and reduce waste.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement.

About the Company

Kronospan

Online platform for wood-based panel sourcing

Kronospan Express is an online portal for architects and specification professionals worldwide, offering a broad selection of wood-based panels for furniture, interior design, and exterior surfaces. The platform provides product information, samples, and support to answer aesthetic or durability questions, helping designers specify Kronospan materials in projects. Its products are distributed via a global range of decors and surface finishes, with a focus on contemporary and future-oriented architectural panels. The platform differentiates itself by serving professionals at a global scale with a unified decor range, easy access to samples and technical information, and a commitment to continuous improvement in surface materials. The company’s goal is to meet the evolving needs of designers, architects, and craftsmen while generating revenue through the sale of its wood-based panel products and related offerings.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
N/A
Total funding
$160.6M
Headquarters
Jičín, Czechia
Founded
1994

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