LEAN Engineer

Join Nilfisk as a LEAN Engineer and help shape the future of our company in our largest production site in Nagykanizsa. You’ll turn complex production challenges into simple, scalable solutions—designing smarter processes, material flows, optimizing layouts, and introducing technologies that make a real difference. At Nilfisk, you’ll find a culture of trust, freedom, and continuous learning where your ideas matter and your work has visible impact across our global business.

Major Function

In this role, you will design, optimize, and implement end‑to‑end manufacturing and logistics systems and processes that enable reliable deliveries, cost efficiency, and best‑in‑class performance. Your work will power our operational strategy—covering process design, material flow, layout and data‑driven continuous improvement. The position is based in Nagykanizsa, reporting to Engineering Manager.

Your Responsibilities:

• Process Improvement: Identify and eliminate waste in production and operational processes (e.g., overproduction, waiting times). Identify and eliminate waste in office processes as well.
• Lean Implementation: Implement tools like Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Kanban, SMED (Single-Minute Exchange of Die), and 5S to optimize workflows.
• Data Analysis & KPI Management: Track and analyze manufacturing metrics (KPIs) to measure project success and identify areas for improvement.
• Kaizen & Training: Lead workshops, Kaizen events, and train employees in lean methodologies to build a continuous improvement culture.
• Layout and Workflow Design: Optimize factory layouts and assembly processes for better material flow and safety.
• Internal logistic improvement: Analyze and improve material movement between warehouse production and shipping. Define way of working including physical movement and material booking/ordering processes.
• Root Cause Analysis: Use problem-solving tools like QRQC (Quick Response Quality Control) to address quality issues.

Why Join Us

• Real impact, visible results: your solutions will streamline flows, reduce costs, and improve customer experience across regions.
• Growth & learning: access to Lean toolkits, certifications, and hands‑on project exposure—plus opportunities to broaden into supply chain, operations, or technology tracks.
• Supportive culture: open feedback, autonomy, and a strong focus on continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

At Nilfisk, we know that amazing people make amazing companies. At Nilfisk, it’s OK to make mistakes—as long as you learn from them. We encourage you to question ideas and speak your mind so that together we can find the best solutions. If this resonates with you, we would be excited to hear from you.

Requirements for the role:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical) or equivalent experience.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt).
• Experience: Proven experience in a manufacturing environment, focusing on process optimization.
• Soft Skills: Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills to drive change across different organizational levels.
• Software knowledge: MS Office, AutoCAD or any 2D/3D design tool
  SAP, PDM is a big advantage
• Language: Communication level English and Hungarian.

Interested?

If this could be your next career step, we look forward to your application in English.

Let’s create a cleaner future together

Cleaning has emerged as a key contributor to health and safety, sparked by technology and innovation. At Nilfisk we are a driving force in this development. Being part of Nilfisk means thinking outside of the box, bringing your inspiring ideas to life, sharing the results, and learning from your setbacks. We believe that diversity is our greatest strength – as we achieve the best results from a wide variety of views and approaches. At Nilfisk, you have the freedom to be yourself and express your opinions. Nilfisk is firmly committed to growth and sustainability in everything we do. You will be empowered in your role as you collaborate with passionate colleagues on a quest to create a cleaner future.

Are you ready to make a change for a cleaner future?

We embrace diversity and equality with an environment of inclusion. We encourage everyone to apply for the position, regardless of origin, race, ethnicity, religion, physical or mental ability, gender, gender-identity or expression, sexual orientation, and age.

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