Methods & Continuous Improvement Engineer

• University degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electronic, Automation, or similar).

• Experience in methods engineering, continuous improvement, or process engineering in industrial environments.

• Practical knowledge of manufacturing processes, especially automated or highly complex lines.

• Experience working with industrial KPIs such as OEE, OPE, MTBF, MTTR, Yield, and Availability.

• Analytical skills for working with production and equipment performance data.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement tools.

• Ability to execute improvements in a structured and results-oriented manner.

• Strong technical communication skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

• Analytical, methodical, organized, and results-oriented profile focused on operational efficiency.

• Specific experience in Personalization, Smart Lines, or automated processes.

• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma (PDCA, Kaizen, 5 Whys, Ishikawa, VSM).

• Experience collaborating with Maintenance teams and analyzing equipment reliability.

• Basic knowledge of data capture systems, MES, or industrial dashboards.

• Experience managing or participating in OEE/OEE improvement plans.

• Ability to work in industrial environments with high demands for efficiency and availability.

• Experience participating in operational cost optimization projects.

• · Flexible compensation (meal vouchers and social benefits such as childcare, training...)

• Life insurance

• Subsidized health insurance

• Different work-life balance services

• Savings club

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• Dynamic industrial environment, with a strong culture of safety and sustainability.

• Professional development opportunities within Thales.

At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here,

Due to increased activity, we are looking for a Methods & Continuous Improvement Engineer, based in Parets del Vallès, Barcelona. As part of the Process Engineering Team, you will be responsible for:

• Analyzing, optimizing, developing, and implementing improvements in the performance of Smart Lines and SMD processes, ensuring compliance with defined industrial KPIs.

• Conducting method, time, and efficiency studies, identifying losses, bottlenecks, and opportunities for optimizing processes, equipment, and work organization.

• Providing ongoing technical support to Production and Maintenance, including executing technical, mechanical, or process adjustments on machines, equipment, and tools, when necessary and requested through the defined support chain.

• Working closely with Operators, Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality to develop, implement, and validate continuous improvement actions, poka-yokes, and technical solutions that ensure process stability.

• Developing and implementing technical improvements and process modifications, ensuring a positive impact on equipment availability, reliability, and efficiency.

• Analyzing production, quality, and equipment performance data to identify deviations and define, execute, and follow up on corrective and preventive actions.

• Supporting the Quality team in investigating product or process quality issues, actively participating in root cause analysis (5 Whys, Ishikawa, Pareto, etc.) and in implementing containment and correction actions.

• Providing technical support for process standardization, defining and implementing best operating practices, and documenting production methods.

• Supporting, executing, and verifying the correct implementation of improvements, ensuring the sustainability of results in production.

• Actively participating in Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen initiatives, focused on increasing productivity, reducing downtime, eliminating waste, and optimizing resource use.

• Collaborating with NPI teams, providing technical support in the introduction of new products, processes, equipment, or industrial changes, ensuring robust, efficient, and stable implementation from the initial phase.