Lean Manufacturing Engineer Full Time

Company Description

D&V Business Consulting (DVBC) is a multidisciplinary strategic consultancy firm dedicated to supporting Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in India. Established in 2017, DVBC provides tailored solutions in HR, accounting, sales & marketing, digital transformation, Operation Excellence and more. The firm is committed to addressing the unique challenges faced by MSMEs, including resource optimisation, operational focus, talent acquisition, and the implementation of best practices. DVBC is at the forefront of promoting the growth and innovation of India’s MSMEs.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Manufacturing Consultant. The consultant will collaborate closely with clients to identify inefficiencies and implement lean methodologies tailored to their organisational objectives. Daily responsibilities include analysing operations, designing and improving manufacturing processes, driving business process improvements, and facilitating training to foster a culture of operational excellence. The role will involve strategising with clients to evaluate and adopt best practices for efficient resource utilisation and enhanced productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of current processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities.

• Design and implement Lean strategies, frameworks, and roadmaps to achieve productivity, quality, and cost-reduction goals.

• Facilitate Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), and problem-solving workshops.

• Train, coach, and mentor employees and leaders in Lean tools and methodologies (5S, SMED, Kanban, Standard Work, etc.).

• Establish and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor progress and sustain improvements.

• Support digital transformation initiatives by aligning Lean practices with technology solutions.

• Drive cultural change towards continuous improvement, engaging employees at all levels.

• Benchmark best practices and recommend industry-leading approaches for efficiency improvement.

• Prepare reports, presentations, and dashboards to communicate results to senior management.

• Collaborate with leadership to align Lean initiatives with organisational strategy and business objectives.

• Implement and sustain 5S workplace organisation practices across facilities.

• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions for recurring issues.

• Support cross-functional teams in implementing Just-in-Time (JIT) and Kanban systems.

• Assist in redesigning workflows and layouts to optimise space, material flow, and labour efficiency.

• Develop Lean training modules and deliver workshops to employees at all levels.

• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards during Lean implementation.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities through waste reduction, process automation, and resource optimisation.

• Drive continuous benchmarking of processes against industry leaders to identify new opportunities.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).

• Proven experience (5–7 years) in Industrial Process Optimisation, Operational Excellence, or Continuous Improvement roles.

• Strong knowledge of Lean principles, Six Sigma, and process improvement methodologies.

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt / Black Belt certification is must preferred.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management capabilities.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• Experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or service industries is an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills.

• Results-driven and process-oriented.

• Ability to foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Professional development and certification support.

• Opportunities for career growth and global exposure.