Junior Operational Excellence Consultant — Freelance

We're looking for a Junior Operational Excellence Consultant — Freelance Opex Solutions is expanding its team of senior consultants with a junior profile to support active projects in the manufacturing sector. If you're passionate about operational excellence, love working on the shop floor, and want to grow alongside experienced professionals — read on. What we're looking for: ✅ Degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent technical discipline ✅ Fluent in German (written and spoken — mandatory) ✅ Solid knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles (Value Stream Mapping, 5S, SMED, OEE, Takt Time) ✅ Basic knowledge of Six Sigma methodology (Green Belt or active study path is a plus) ✅ Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, pivot tables, structured models) and PowerPoint (professional presentation design) ✅ Familiarity with and ability to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for data analysis, process optimization, and problem-solving ✅ Strong analytical mindset: comfortable with numbers, data collection, and structured problem-solving ✅ Excellent interpersonal skills — you'll work directly with client teams on the floor ✅ Availability for frequent short-term travel (typically 2–3 days per week on-site) ✅ VAT registration required (freelance / P.
IVA — mandatory) Nice to have: ➕ Prior experience in CNC machining, precision manufacturing, or medical device environments ➕ Familiarity with production KPIs (OTD, WIP, Lead Time) ➕ English proficiency (written deliverables are in English) ➕ Experience using CAD tools or plant layout software

What you'll do
You'll work alongside a senior consultant on structured plant turnaround projects: data collection and analysis, process mapping, layout design support, KPI tracking, and client team facilitation. Real work, real impact, fast learning curve.

What we offer
A concrete opportunity to build expertise in operational excellence consulting on complex, high-visibility projects. You won't be doing PowerPoints in a back office — you'll be on the floor, making things happen. Send your CV and a brief cover message to: Subject line: Junior OE Consultant – Application www.opexsolutions.it | Lecco, Italy #OperationalExcellence #LeanManufacturing #SixSigma #Consulting #JobOpportunity #FreelanceConsultant #IndustrialEngineering #Hiring #Turnaround #GermanSpeaker