Continuous Improvement Specialist

Summary

At Etex, our purpose is Building Better Together. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence – but it’s our people who remain our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming strong partnerships and pioneering positive change in our ever-evolving industry.

At Etex, we strive to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow, and lead? Join us as a Continuous Improvement Specialist in Branden, Denmark! This position is for the Skamol division of Etex.

At Skamol, we are committed to driving positive and sustainable change by building a strong culture of continuous improvement across the organisation. In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping that culture by coaching high-performing teams, engaging employees at all levels, and fostering a collaborative environment that supports involvement and development. Acting as a change manager and facilitator, you will help implement best practices, methods, and tools to enhance productivity, quality, and competitiveness, while always prioritising the well-being and safety of our people.

What you'll do

• Shape and drive a culture of continuous improvement by developing and delivering a clear, locally aligned CI roadmap
• Lead impactful change initiatives across operations, inspiring teams and challenging the status quo
• Champion cost-saving opportunities and efficiency gains, delivering tangible and measurable results
• Empower teams through training, coaching, and hands-on support in CI methodologies such as 5S, DMAIC, and problem solving
• Take ownership of exciting CI projects, leading Kaizen events, workshops, and transformation activities on site
• Embed best practices and ensure improvements are sustained, tracked, and aligned to key performance outcomes
• Partner with factory teams to identify opportunities, eliminate losses, and enhance overall performance
• Foster a strong culture of safety and quality, driving behavioural change through visible leadership
• Act as a role model and change ambassador, supporting employee growth and engagement at every level

What you'll bring

• Experience in a similar, Continuous improvement position within a factory environment
• Proven ability to drive change and motivate teams to embrace new ways of working
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills, with a passion for building a continuous improvement culture
• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to challenge, influence, and inspire at all levels
• Strong analytical mindset with effective problem-solving capabilities
• High level of integrity, reliability, and personal commitment
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and build strong networks across the organisation

Why join us?

• Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
• Our ‘Road to Sustainability 2030’ is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions
• We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination
• Flexibility: For us, hybrid and flexible working is all about trust, and we want you to be able to do your best work (depending on the role).