The Lean Specialist will be responsible for providing hands‑on leadership to deploy, implement, and drive the Lean Program across R&M (Repair & Maintenance) facilities, supporting operations in Villahermosa (Mexico), Colombia, and Argentina . This role will lead the transformation toward a Lean organization by implementing tools such as Value Stream Management, PQPR, Safety, 5S, TPM, Standard Work, Kanban/Pull Systems, Root Cause Analysis, Quality at the Source, Lean Daily Management, SMED, Poka‑Yoke, Just‑in‑Time, Cellular Manufacturing, A3/PDCA Problem Solving, and similar methodologies. The objective is to establish, sustain, and strengthen a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. This position will work cross‑functionally with teams including Service Quality, Warehouse, Repair & Maintenance, Supply Chain, HSE, Finance, Operations, Human Resources, and Quality across multiple locations. Key Responsibilities Lead the deployment and sustainment of Lean initiatives in partnership with R&M Managers and Site Leadership across LATAM, ensuring alignment with business priorities. Conduct Value Stream Mapping (VSM), develop continuous improvement roadmaps, and implement related action plans. Identify, standardize, and sustain efficient processes across multiple facilities. Implement and coach Lean and daily management tools, including VSM, 5S, 5 Whys, TPM, Standard Work, Poka‑Yoke, SIPOC, Process Mapping, Kanban, SMED, Visual Management, Hoshin Planning, and PDCA/DMAIC problem‑solving cycles. Engage employees at all levels—from shop floor to leadership—fostering a culture of continuous improvement through Lean Daily Management, Gemba Walks, and 5S practices. Partner with R&M teams, functional leaders, and employees to identify process improvement and waste reduction opportunities, classifying initiatives as actions, projects, or Kaizen events. Act as a change agent, promoting Lean culture, driving operational excellence, and ensuring measurable improvements in efficiency and productivity. Provide hands‑on shop floor support, leading by example and maintaining high engagement in Lean initiatives. Manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, multi‑country environment, demonstrating strong organizational and communication skills. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Production, Electrical Engineering, Industrial). Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence within Oil & Gas or heavy industry environments. Lean Practitioner and/or Six Sigma Black Belt certification is highly preferred. Proven experience implementing and improving Lean tools and systems, including VSM, 5S, 5 Whys, TPM, Standard Work, Poka‑Yoke, SIPOC, Process Mapping, Kanban, SMED, Waste Reduction, Visual Management, Hoshin Planning, PDCA/DMAIC cycles, and Cellular Manufacturing. Mandatory experience facilitating Kaizen events. Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of AutoCAD, MS Visio, Power BI, JDE, and MyAdvisor is a plus. Travel Requirement This role requires up to 20% travel , including domestic and occasional international travel within LATAM. #J-18808-Ljbffr