At Dura-Line, we create solutions that better connect people and information across the globe. No matter how big or small a role we each play, everything we do is connected to that shared purpose. Your work with us will help reinvent the future of cities and homes, link communities to data infrastructure, expand access to health and wellness, and create critical human connections between families and friends.
We’re looking for a motivated and analytical OPEX & LEAN JUNIOR ENGINEER (M/F/D) to join our team in Tlumačov, Czech Republic and help drive continuous improvement across our plant.
LOCATION: Tlumačov, Czech Republic (on-site)
AS AN OPEX & LEAN JUNIOR ENGINEER, YOU WILL:
- Support the implementation of Lean and OPEX projects (Kaizen workshops, Gemba walks, 5S+2 events, TPM, SMED).
- Motivate and coordinate teams during improvement activities, fostering engagement and collaboration.
- Assist in Lean and continuous improvement initiatives, including training sessions for shop floor employees.
- Maintain and update process documentation and internal communication (e.g., Yammer) to share best practices.
- Schedule and conduct audits (ISO 9001, 5S+2, Gemba, Process Layer) as part of the Quality/OPEX team.
- Report OPEX KPIs at a global level (maturity assessments, certifications, 5S+2 scores).
- Support quality/OPEX software management (Safety Culture, QT9, SAP, Smartsheet).
- Act as a contact point for OPEX/Lean activities in assigned areas.
WHAT YOU BRING:
- Recent graduate or candidate with relevant internships in engineering, operations, or quality.
- Technical mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement concepts (a plus).
- Proficiency in MS Office; exposure to ERP systems is an advantage.
- Very good communication skills in English (B2 level) and Czech (C2 level) – MUST HAVE.
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments and stay focused under pressure.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- A dynamic entry-level role with real impact on operational excellence.
- Comprehensive onboarding and training in Lean and OPEX methodologies.
- On-site working model with flexible working hours (37.5 per week) and 27.5 days of holidays.
- Competitive salary supplemented by a comprehensive benefits package (including a 10% annual bonus).
- Contributions to leisure activities through Flexi Pass Cards.
- Monetary allowances for meals.
- Opportunities for career growth within a global organization.
- A collaborative culture that values safety, integrity, and diversity.
If you’re ready to start your career in operational excellence and make a difference, apply now and join us on our journey toward innovation and impact!
At Dura-Line, we strive to create an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. Our leadership is guided by Orbia’s values:
- Be Brave: We move forward with curiosity and ambition to create a better world. We ask big questions, create safe spaces to test solutions, take risks, and exercise creativity.
- Take Responsibility: We hold ourselves accountable, realizing our actions have impact. We listen closely to our customers, deliver on our commitments, and lead with ethics and integrity.
- Embrace Diversity: We are stronger by welcoming different perspectives. We work towards a diverse, inclusive, and equal world, starting with our global community.
Join Our Team: Dura-Line offers all its employees an exciting work environment and provides career opportunities in a continuously growing company. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce that represents our global customer base.
Check out our products, history, and testimonials at www.Dura-Line.com.
Dura-Line is part of a community of businesses, known as Orbia, bound together by a shared purpose: to advance life around the world. Orbia’s business groups have a collective focus on ensuring food security, reducing water scarcity, reinventing the future of cities and homes, connecting communities to data infrastructure, and expanding access to health and wellness with advanced materials.
To learn more, visit Business Groups | Orbia: orbia.com/this-is-orbia/business-groups.
Acquisition based on this vacancy is not appreciated and unsolicited applications from third parties will not be accepted.
