Production System Coordinator (Lean Manufacturing Practitioner)

Job description

Main Purpose:

This position will provide overall coordination of Product Supply System (onePSS) implementation and sustainability at site level, driving success through continuous improvements using lean practices as cultural change is taking place.
The role will coordinate implementation and sustainability by working closely with the Site Leadership Team, Implementation Task Force Team, Process Leads – Team Leads, Seed Techs, Seasonal Temps; Regional Implementation Lead, Global Implementation Lead, Continuous Improvement networks and Change Management / HR team ensuring systems are used to drive opportunities and one common standard through employee empowerment and a focus on customer needs

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

Understanding of onePSS implementation methodology, lean content and change management approach to successfully sustain implementation at site
Act as an SME (Subject Matter Expert) in lean practices and facilitate the continuous improvement journey at the site Review continuous improvement opportunities with Implementation Task Force (ITF) and Site Steering Committee (SSC) to be implemented to focus on full benefit of employees and business
Lead best practices team and continuous improvements / best practices internally and externally (network)
Ensure change management requirements are being addressed and coordinate change efforts to implement and sustain improvement
Develop and review site key performance indicators that provide a clear tracking system on manufacturing performance and drive action
Provide oversight of processes related to product quality in cooperation with seed production management and other stakeholders including but not limited to the Bayer Global Quality & Compliance Assurance and Control teams
Lead Quality and Safety initiatives broadly and build a culture to maintain a healthy and safety  Quality Management System (QMS)
Develop improvement work studies and identify quality and performance opportunities, cost reduction and analyse the main variables of the process, proposing actions to the production team in the case of deviation / changes that may cause problems of loss of production / quality / safety / environment.
Promote discussion among plant representatives on good practices, performance results and new technologies for the production processes. Promote operational training when necessary.
Responsible for guarantee the updating of technical documentation and monitoring changes in the process through the Change Management System (MOC).
Responsible for the roll out of the innovation and optimization projects as MR in the plants being responsible for the preparation of document assumptions, technical support and KPI`s monitoring.
Conduct Lean & Six Sigma projects and provide leadership, prioritization and direction, acting as champion for other engineers and team members.
Lead the justification of capital projects
Responsible to represent the Optimization team in global studies and lead projects aiming exchanging good practices between countries.

Key Working Relations:

Operate in Production Mission Squad​
Squad Connections:​
End-to-End Mission Team​
Engineering Squad​
Resource Planning Squad​
QMS Squad​
HSE Squad​
Field Mission Team​
One Management System Squad (ISO)​

Qualifications & Competencies:

Degree in Industrial, mechanical or chemical engineering.
At least 4 years of experience in manufacturing, mining, breweries, and or seed agricultural industry
Experience in leading and developing teams
Skilled at leading, managing conflict and negotiating with cross-functional teams
Demonstration of courage, Candor and initiative skills
Coaching / mentoring group facilitation skills
Strong communication skills (written and oral – open, honest and persistent)
Deliver results in a changing environment
Problem solving skills
Lean and Six Sigma

Application Period: 2 October 2025 – 16 October 2025 Reference Code: 832787
Division: Crop Science Location: Zambia : Zambia : Kabwe
Functional Area: Production&Manufacturing Position Grade: VS 1.1
Employment Type: Regular Work Time: Standard

Contact Us

Address Telephone E-Mail
Bayer Zambia Ltd
Reg. No. 80055
Plot 10103, Mumbwa road
P.O  BOX 37131
Lusaka
ssa.recruitment@bayer.com

Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status and pregnancy. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.