Methods And Lean Manufacturing Leader

About the role

The Industrial Methods & Lean Manufacturing Lead will drive the development, optimisation and continuous improvement of Pulse Nova's manufacturing operations, ensuring efficient, scalable and high‑quality production.

Key responsibilities

• Define and continuously optimise manufacturing methods, process flows and workstation design to meet takt, quality, safety and ergonomics targets.
• Lead Lean deployment on the shop‑floor (5S, visual management, standard work, problem‑solving routines) and ensure sustainability through audits.
• Perform time studies, line balancing and capacity modelling to support ramp‑up, staffing plans and S&OP inputs.
• Own and maintain process documentation with strong change control (standard work, work instructions, layouts, control points, etc.).
• Drive productivity and cost reductions through structured continuous‑improvement projects with measurable ROI.
• Support introduction of new equipment, tooling and fixtures, ensuring robust process qualification and safe industrialisation.
• Coach team leaders and operators in Lean principles and daily CI habits, building a continuous‑improvement culture.

Required profile

• 8‑10 years of experience in industrial engineering, methods or Lean roles within manufacturing environments such as electronics, aerospace or industrial sectors.
• Proven track record of improving flow and stability (OEE, cycle time, throughput, labour productivity) using Lean tools and data‑driven analysis.
• Hands‑on experience with structured CI methodologies (A3, DMAIC, Kaizen) and practical shop‑floor implementation.
• Solid understanding of quality fundamentals, process capability, control plans and documentation discipline.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (preferred) or equivalent demonstrated expertise.

Required skills

• Lean manufacturing
• 5S and visual management
• Standard work and problem‑solving routines
• Time study and line balancing
• Capacity modelling
• Continuous‑improvement methodologies (A3, DMAIC, Kaizen)
• OEE analysis
• Lean Six Sigma