Project Engineer

RollenbeschreibungWe are looking for a Project Engineer – Lean Production (m/f/d) to sustainably improve our production processes and actively contribute to operational excellence. In this role, you will work at the intersection of production, engineering, and planning, driving cross-site optimizations, standardizations, and the implementation of efficient Lean methods. You combine strategic thinking with strong hands-on execution — structured, pragmatic, and impact-driven.Deine AufgabenLean Excellence & Process OptimizationDevelop and implement Lean strategies and production standardsAnalyze production data to identify improvement opportunitiesPlan and execute optimization projects, including the definition of production parametersBuild clear KPI systems and structure manufacturing instructionsPromote a strong safety culture and standardize complex production processesProject Management & ImplementationLead and support operational projects in close collaboration with production, planning, and engineering teamsCreate and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and training materialsSelect and procure production tools and aids together with technical departmentsCross-site Collaboration & StandardizationHarmonize and improve processes across multiple production sitesApply and facilitate Lean methods (e.g. 5S, Kaizen, SMED, VSM)Report and communicate project progress to relevant stakeholdersMinimum QualifikationenUniversity degree in engineering or completed training as a state-certified technician (e.g. in mechanical or electrical engineering)2–7 years of professional experience, ideally in a mid-sized manufacturing companyStrong hands-on mentality with a focus on practical and implementable solutionsHigh level of initiative and ability to identify improvement areas and translate them into actionExperience with Lean methods (e.g. Lean Six Sigma, Toyota Production System)Cost-conscious and process-oriented thinkingVorteilhafte QualifikationenExperience in data analysis, particularly for investment decision preparationExperience in cross-functional teamwork in interdisciplinary projectsInitial experience in the food or flavor industryExperience with ERP systems, ideally Microsoft NavisionWir bietenExciting tasks in an internationally operating, growing family business with flat hierarchiesFlexible working hours and 30 days paid vacation per yearSalary bands for a fair corporate cultureMonthly allowance of €50 for your BAVAnnual 360° feedback loops with clear promotion criteria and an individual career pathResponsibility from day one in a company that encourages personal responsibility and growthRelocation costs can be reimbursed on a pro rata basisRegular company events such as summer party, Christmas partyPaid team dinners or activities for each team twice a yearFree parking right outside the doorPerks and benefits: JobRad, subsidized lunch, subsidy for the Deutschlandticket, free language courses and discounted memberships at several gyms and for the WellpassFresh fruit, free drinks and snacks in the officeÜber unsBei Arethia vereinen wir langjährige Erfahrung mit kontinuierlichem Fortschritt. Als schnell wachsendes Unternehmen in der Aromaindustrie haben wir uns darauf spezialisiert, innovative Geschmackslösungen zu liefern und gemeinsam mit unseren Kunden Produkte zu entwickeln, die Verbraucher begeistern. Seit über 70 Jahren ist Arethia bekannt für die enge Zusammenarbeit mit Kunden und höchste Qualitätsstandards. Mit über 250 Mitarbeitenden in Deutschland, der Schweiz, Dubai und Indonesien gestalten wir die Zukunft der Aromen und pflegen eine Unternehmenskultur, die auf Agilität, Transparenz und Talent setzt.