Your role

Bring your curiosity to work as our next Manufacturing Engineering and Process Excellence Manager. In this role, your mission is to define and drive Business Process Improvement (BPI) strategy to eliminate all types of waste and to increase productivity in both direct and indirect processes year over year. You will contribute directly to how we create high‑quality products and solutions for our customers.

Your day-to-day

• • Defining and leading strategic projects focused on process improvement and achievement of key performance indicators.
  • Organizing and facilitating workshops, Value Stream Mapping sessions, war rooms, and other efficiency improvement activities.
  • Implementing, developing, and sustaining VTPS, Lean, and Business Process Improvement principles.
  • Establishing project management standards and providing regular strategic project reviews to the leadership team.
  • Setting priorities and coordinating the activities of the Process Engineering team across machining and assembly operations.Ensuring effective cross-functional collaboration and supporting high team performance.Representing the Lutín site in the development and deployment of divisional VTPS and BPI strategies.
  • Coaching managers, supervisors, and employees in Lean tools and methodologies.Promoting and strengthening a Kaizen and continuous improvement culture throughout the organization.Collaborating on investment projects, growth initiatives, manufacturing transfers, New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, and facility layout changes.Actively supporting workplace safety initiatives and the safety observation process

Your skills and experience

• experience in a manufacturing environment, process engineering, or Lean manufacturing, including leadership of both projects and teams
• strong understanding of manufacturing processes
• knowledge in Lean tools and methodologies
• inspire others, drive change, and gain the support of key stakeholders
• confident and effective communication in English and preferably in Czech/Slovak as well.

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

Your compensation and benefits

We offer compensation that reflects the skills, experience, and responsibilities of the role. Pay also depends on the country where the job role is based, as compensation practices vary across our markets. During the recruitment process, we share clear information about the pay and benefits for your location, so you know what to expect before moving forward.

We welcome applications from a broad, international talent pool. Please note that the successful candidate will be employed under local plus terms and conditions in the hiring country.

• Flexible working hours.A standard working week of 37.5 hours, with the possibility of part-time arrangements.
• Occasional home office opportunities.
• 5 weeks of annual leave.
• Pension contribution of up to CZK 2,000 per month.
• Meal card allowance of CZK 150 for each working day, which can be used for meals or grocery shopping.
• Choice between a CZK 5,000 annual recreation allowance or a monthly Multisport card contribution.
• Annual performance bonus paid in March of the following year.
• 3 additional personal days off beyond your annual leave entitlement, with unused days reimbursed.
• Support for your professional development, including access to LinkedIn Learning and language courses.

Your location and working hours

Why it is great to work with us

Your career grows through your skills, your curiosity, and the people you work with. You join a global network where we learn from each other and share knowledge openly. We focus on long‑term development and encourage you to explore new ideas that help us move forward. Innovation is part of how we think and act – we test, improve, and use what we learn to create solutions that matter. You can make a meaningful impact by contributing with your insights and taking ownership of your work, supported by flexible ways of working and leaders who empower you.

Application process

Our selection process includes interviews and, for some roles, skills assessments that help us gain a deeper understanding of your profile. We look forward to getting to know you, learning about your strengths, and discussing how you can grow with us. If you have questions during the process or need support, please contact us:

Talent Acquisition: Michaela Martinikova, Michaela.Martinikova@edwardsvacuum.com