Site APSYS Leader - Lean & Continuous Improvement Specialist

Site Apsys Leader

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling, and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

 

Could you be the full-time Site APSYS Leader in Kolkata we’re looking for?

 

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your expertise in Lean methodology and continuous improvement in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative, innovative, and goal-oriented teammates.

You'll play a key role in driving operational excellence and fostering a culture of continuous improvement at our site. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (such as production, quality, and engineering), implement lean tools like 5S and line balancing, and identify opportunities for cost optimization and waste reduction, among other responsibilities.

You’ll specifically take care of deploying Alstom’s APSYS (Alstom Performance System) methodology, but also lead initiatives to enhance processes and align with the Alstom Way of Working (WoW).

We’ll look to you for:

• Leading the implementation of Lean methodology at the site

• Driving continuous improvement initiatives across all processes

• Identifying and implementing cost optimization and waste control measures

• Deploying and sustaining Lean tools such as 5S, SWIP, Line Balancing, and TOC studies

• Ensuring alignment with Alstom’s WoW and APSYS standards

• Providing coaching and training to teams on Lean principles and methodologies

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• B.Tech/B.E in Mechanical, Electrical, Metallurgy, or Production Engineering

• More than 10 years of experience in a relevant industry, with expertise in Continuous Improvement (TPM/WCM/Lean) Management

• Strong knowledge of Lean tools and methodologies, such as 5S, SWIP, Line Balancing, and TOC studies

• Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams

• Familiarity with cost optimization and waste control strategies

• A solid understanding of the Alstom Way of Working (WoW) is an advantage

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Things you’ll enjoy Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines

• Work with new security standards for rail signalling

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues

• Contribute to innovative projects

• Utilise our dynamic and inclusive working environment

• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries

• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning

• Progress towards leadership roles or other areas of interest within the company

• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

 

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Experience Level

Senior Level