Continuous Improvement Engineer (m/f/x)

Role Summary

Description of the opportunity

The Continuous Improvement team is responsible for developing projects that add value to internal processes. Develops projects on topics as diverse as automation, robotization, digital innovation, dashboards, improving process efficiency through Lean methodology, among others.

As a Continuous Improvement Engineer, you will contribute to building and maintaining the culture of Operational Excellence at Eurofins. In managing and carrying out projects in the areas of Lean Manufacturing, Optimization and Automation, your role will be crucial in increasing the competitiveness of our laboratories.

The Continuous Improvement Engineer ensures the development of projects taking into account your needs, suggesting the methods and tools necessary for their start-up and continuity. Works closely with the project Sponsor, preparing the project charter, defining milestones and monitoring metrics.

He is an agent of change and continuous improvement, seeking to develop internal processes, either through projects or through the identification of new areas/actions that contribute to growth. Puts into practice and updates risk management and resource management associated with projects.

As part of the Continuous Improvement Department, the Continuous Improvement Engineer will play a fundamental role in improving efficiency, productivity and reducing costs in laboratories. In this way, you will perform the following functions:

• Development and execution of continuous improvement projects in the areas of lean, automation and optimization;
• Implementation of projects with work teams and their long-term monitoring;
• Identification of new areas for improvement to optimize processes;

Direct contribution to building the company's culture of continuous improvement.

Other information

Eurofins defends the principles of equality and non-discrimination in access to work, valuing the diversity of the people it welcomes, fostering a work environment where individual differences are recognized, respected and valued, developing the full potential and talent of each person.

Requirements

We are looking for a dynamic person, capable of contributing to the internal strategy and leading its execution, with proactivity, strong motivation to anticipate the needs of internal customers and to execute excellent projects.

• To join this opportunity, we are looking for the following profile:
• Academic training in the field of Engineering;
• Consolidated experience in Lean with mastery of methodologies and tools;
• 2 years of professional experience in similar functions;
• Extensive knowledge of computer tools: Microsoft Office, Power BI, SolidWorks, Python (preferred, not mandatory);
• Fluency in English;
• Autonomy in project execution;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills;

Critical sense, creativity, problem solving, initiative and proactivity.

Benefits

• Termless contract;
• Competitive salary;
• Flexible hours, hybrid regime;
• Flexible benefits plan;
• Health Insurance for oneself, with the possibility of including the household;
• Availability of Physiotherapy in the workplace;
• Onboarding plan, initial and ongoing training and eLearning platform;
• Continuous training in relevant areas;
• Challenging and impactful projects;
• Innovative environment and opportunities for growth in a national and international environment;
• Access to a network of partnerships with discounts on various services such as gyms, opticians, pharmacies, consultations, among others.
• Laboratory in Sobrosa – Paredes

About the Company

We are recruiting! Come be part of a laboratory of excellence!

Eurofins Lab Environment Testing Portugal belongs to the Eurofins Scientific Group, a world leader in analytical services that operates in the most varied areas, such as food, environmental, pharmaceutical, forensic, clinical, among others. It is present in 59 countries, with more than 65,000 employees, distributed across 950 laboratories, offering a wide range of analyzes with more than 200,000 analytical methods.

We are located in Paredes and we are an environmental laboratory that carries out analyzes of classical, inorganic, organic chemistry and asbestos fibers. We have a team of around 200 employees, who work daily in a laboratory environment, committed to providing the highest quality services with accurate and timely results.

We are an innovative company, focused on efficiency and excellence! We value professionals with critical thinking and creative sense who drive constant improvements. If you are looking for a dynamic environment, have a curious spirit, are proactive and have a desire to grow personally and professionally, come and be part of our team!

To join our Continuous Improvement team, transform operations and leverage our performance to the next level, we seek

Continuous Improvement Engineer (m/f/x)

Additional Information

Are you committed to being part of this team? Eurofins will support you and boost your development and growth. Come revolutionize processes and boost efficiency with us!

If we pique your interest, send your application on our recruitment platform.