Global Continuous Improvement Leader – MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions
MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business of Element Solutions Inc, is a global leader in electronic materials and solutions. With over a century of experience, the company is committed to revolutionizing the electronics industry through innovative wafer‑level, semiconductor assembly, circuitry, circuit board assembly and film & smart surface solutions.
Locations: UK, Amsterdam area, Dunaharaszti, Hungary, Singapore.
Overview
The Global Leader of Continuous Improvement will embed a world‑class culture of continuous improvement and Lean transformation across all MAES manufacturing and supply chain operations. The role leads the regional CI leaders for APAC, the Americas, and Europe, ensuring global alignment and measurable improvements in productivity, quality, cost, delivery and employee engagement.
Global Strategy & Leadership
* Define and execute the global Continuous Improvement strategy aligned with MAES business objectives.
* Lead and develop the APAC, Americas, and Europe CI leaders to ensure consistent deployment and measurable results.
* Establish LEAN global CI governance standards, reporting frameworks, and performance metrics.
* Partner across MAES with Commercial, Business, Operations, Supply Chain, and EHS teams to integrate CI into all business processes and decision‑making systems.
Operational Excellence
* Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) programs globally to optimize efficiency and quality.
* Lead enterprise‑wide Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Kaizen, and Gemba initiatives focused on waste elimination and process improvement.
* Collaborate with Supply Chain and Manufacturing teams to enhance flow, on‑time delivery, and cost effectiveness driving improved performance.
* Embed CI principles into daily management systems and visual performance boards across global sites.
Capability Development
* Build and sustain a global CI community of practice, fostering collaboration and best‑practice sharing across regions that impact MAES culture.
* Develop and lead global Lean and Six Sigma training programs to upskill employees at all levels, ensuring training, execution, and results are intrinsically linked.
* Identify and mentor high‑potential CI talent, ensuring succession depth and continuity.
Performance & Transformation
* Deliver measurable productivity, cost, and quality improvements that support corporate objectives with MOS integrated into financial reporting.
* Champion cross‑functional projects across MAES that accelerate business transformation and operational excellence.
* Promote a continuous improvement mindset throughout all levels of the organization, empowering employees to identify and solve problems daily.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Operations Management, or Supply Chain (master’s preferred).
* 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in Continuous Improvement, Lean, or Operational Excellence roles, with global or multi‑region scope.
* Proven record of leading CI strategies across business, manufacturing and supply chain environments impacting culture from Senior leaders to shop floor.
* Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification is strongly preferred.
* Strong analytical, facilitation, and change management expertise.
* Excellent communication and influencing skills across diverse cultures and organizational levels.
* Demonstrated ability to deliver quantifiable operational and cultural improvements.
* Travel: Approximately 30‑40 % global travel.
Leadership Competencies
* Strategic global thinker with executional discipline.
* Collaborative and influential leaders across regions and functions.
* Data‑driven, decisive, and results‑oriented.
* Agile and culturally attuned, with a passion for developing people and teams.
* Inspires engagement and a strong CI culture through high Say/Do.
Offer
Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future. As part of our team, you will receive a competitive base salary, a generous performance‑related bonus scheme, a matched pension up to 8 % of base salary, private medical insurance, life insurance, cash plan and 25 days holiday in addition to public holidays.
Seniority level: Executive. Employment type: Full‑time.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category applicable under federal, state and local laws.
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