Lean Specialist - Bilingual Required

About GenScript

GenScript Biotech Corporation (Stock Code: 1548.HK) is a global biotechnology group. Founded in 2002, GenScript has an established global presence across North America, Europe, the Greater China, and Asia Pacific. GenScript's businesses encompass four major categories based on its leading gene synthesis technology, including operation as a Life Science CRO, enzyme and synthetic biology products, biologics development and manufacturing, and cell therapy.

GenScript is committed to striving towards its vision of being the most reliable biotech company in the world to make humans and nature healthier through biotechnology.

About ProBio

ProBio proactively provides end-to-end CDMO service from drug discovery to commercialization with proactive strategies, professional solutions and efficient processes in cell and gene therapy, vaccine, biologics discovery and antibody protein drug to accelerate drug development for customers. ProBio’s total cell and gene therapy solution covers CMC of plasmid and virus for IND filing as well as clinical manufacturing and commercial manufacturing. 

Position Overview:

As a key driver of lean practices, the Lean Specialist improves company operations by boosting efficiency, cutting waste, and streamlining processes. This is done through tracking key metrics, running projects, providing training, and planning activities. The role involves aligning with company goals to roll out lean systems, coordinating resources across departments, and driving ongoing improvements in areas like cost, quality, and delivery—focusing on both manufacturing and logistics.Core Responsibilities:

• Lean Metrics Development and Monitoring:
  • Lead the creation of lean metrics at the department level and break them down to team levels.
  • Set up a monitoring system, regularly review data changes, spot areas of waste, suggest improvements, and ensure departments follow through.
  • Use visual boards (e.g., QCDIP for Quality, Cost, Delivery, Inventory, Productivity) to track progress in real-time and support management decisions with data.
• Full-Cycle Management of Lean Projects:
  • Find valuable improvement opportunities and lead or join lean projects (e.g., on efficiency, cycle time, quality) in manufacturing and logistics.
  • Create project plans and push them forward using methods like DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) and PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act).
  • Coordinate resources across departments (e.g., production, quality, logistics) to meet project goals on time.
  • Summarize project lessons and create models that can be reused, sharing best practices across the company.
• Development and Implementation of Lean Training System:
  • Deliver layered training courses (e.g., on 5S organization, TPM maintenance, value stream mapping, industrial engineering tools) for managers, frontline staff, and specialized teams in manufacturing and logistics.
  • Update training materials (e.g., case studies, visual aids) and build lean awareness through classes, practical exercises, and simulations.
  • Measure training results and check how knowledge is applied via assessments and improvement ideas, building a culture of lean in daily work.
• Lean Activities Planning and Execution:
  • Plan and run yearly, quarterly, and monthly lean events (e.g., Lean Month, focusing on the Eight Wastes) to encourage continuous improvement in manufacturing and logistics.
  • Set up a cross-department lean sharing platform (e.g., regular sessions for sharing improvements, visits to benchmark areas).

What You Will Achieve:

• Drive measurable gains, such as reducing waste, improving delivery times, and lowering costs across manufacturing and logistics.
• Build a stronger lean culture, leading to higher quality, better team engagement, and data-backed decisions that support company growth.

Requirements:

• Professional Background:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields.
  • Certification in lean production or Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher preferred).
  • Over 3 years of experience leading or supporting cross-department lean projects (e.g., 5S, TPM, value stream mapping, SMED quick changeover, standardized work). Candidates with hands-on experience conducting lean optimizations on the production floor will be prioritized.
• Core Competencies:
  • Data Analysis: Skilled in Excel and other tools to find improvement opportunities.
  • Project Management: Experienced in working across departments and executing projects.
  • Communication and Training: Strong, clear, and organized speaking skills.
  • Tool Application: Proficient in lean tools like A3 reports, standardized work, and ECRS (Eliminate, Combine, Rearrange, Simplify).
  • Language: Fluent in English and Chinese.

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GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace.

Please note: Genscript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. will only contact candidates through verified application sources. GenScript/Probio does not request personal information from candidates through individual email or any other platform.