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Continuous Improvement Lead Level 2

On-site in Schiphol Oost·Added yesterday (last checked 3 Nov)

KLM

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Our summary

Salary
€5,674 - €8,105 a month
Work mode
On-site, Schiphol Oost
Languages
Dutch
Experience
5+ years

Skills

This job advert was originally written in Dutch.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • you have at least 5 years of experience in a comparable role within a production environment or technical setting;
  • you have concrete experience working with LEAN and are willing to follow additional training if necessary, and you have a strong affinity with technology and innovation and you possess leadership experience.
  • you have experience guiding teams and improving processes;

Languages

  • you have an excellent command of both Dutch and English, both written and oral.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • A gross salary between €5,673.62 and €8,105.17 gross per month;
  • A good pension scheme and 8% holiday allowance;
  • A variable income that can reach up to a maximum of 16%;
  • 25 vacation days and 5 extra days off;
  • Significant discount on flight tickets (if you have been employed for at least 6 months);
  • A sustainable transport policy, including 100% free travel to work via Public Transport (within the Netherlands);
  • Discount on your health insurance;
  • A budget for sustainable employability.

The role

Job type: Regular
Location: Schiphol Oost
Hours per week: 40
Education level: HBO
Apply by: 15-11-2026

Working as a Continuous Improvement Lead: the opportunity you truly do not want to miss. Get to work on realizing significant improvements in the production process and contribute to achieving top results on KPIs such as safety, quality, TAT, and costs. Join E&M (Engineering & Maintenance) and seize the chance to further develop yourself both professionally and personally!

What you'll do

You are responsible for initiating, guiding, and coaching improvement initiatives within your unit. You work closely with project leaders and teams, use Lean methodologies & tools, and ensure that improvements are effectively implemented and sustained. You drive the process, monitor progress, and report results to (daily) management.

  • you guide teams in improving production processes and achieving KPIs; through Daily Management (SQDIP). In this, you coach team leaders and leads in applying Daily Management and structured problem-solving;
  • you develop project plans according to the Problem Solving (DMAIC or PDCA) methodology and ensure their execution. You motivate teams based on data-driven insights and ensure the involvement of all stakeholders;
  • you ensure that improvements are sustained in standards, work processes, and Daily Management;
  • you analyze structural bottlenecks in the end-to-end production flow and initiate improvement initiatives to improve TAT, WIP, and throughput;
  • you report on the progress of projects and ensure the implementation of improvements within other teams;
  • you focus not only on local improvements but also contribute to the structural improvement of the production flow and operational performance of the unit. You work together with other Continuous Improvement Leads to promote the culture of 'continuous improvement'.

Your profile

You are a change agent with a passion for improvement and innovation. You have experience with Lean and know how to motivate and guide teams in realizing improvement initiatives. Additionally, you are a strong communicator, good at building networks, and able to manage different interests.

  • you have an academic level of work and thinking;

Competencies

  • Motivating others
  • Working in a team
  • Problem analysis
  • Organizational awareness
  • Impact

What do we offer?

  • A challenging role at a unique Dutch company;
  • Plenty of room for personal development and great growth opportunities;

Questions?

If you want to know more about the position, please contact the hiring manager. Call or email the recruiter for questions about the application procedure. In both cases, do not forget to mention the vacancy number: #21561. At KLM, we believe in the power of diversity. Do you want to read more about this topic? View our statement.

Hiring manager

Rik Vernooij: RIK.VERNOOIJ@KLM.COM or

Recruiter

Milou Hielkema: MILOU.HIELKEMA@KLM.COM or +31 628754557

We do not appreciate recruitment based on this vacancy.

Hiring process

Then don't wait any longer, and apply for the 'final boarding call' on 15-11-2026! You do not need to write a cover letter; during your online application, we will ask you a few targeted questions. Your application procedure consists of two interviews and possibly an assessment, capacity test, a suitability interview for appointment, and a security screening. You will hear from us within two weeks after the closing date of the vacancy.

Did you know that according to research, women are less likely to apply than men if they do not meet all the job requirements? A shame. Because as far as we are concerned, 'the perfect candidate' is a myth. So, do you have the drive to still grow in some aspects of this role? We look forward to your application.

A reference check may be part of the application procedure.

About KLM

Industry
Airline

In their own words

About the company & team

You will join the Engineering & Maintenance (E&M) team, in an inspiring and technical working environment at Schiphol-Oost. You will work with a diverse group of colleagues and report directly to the Plant Leader. You will receive a lot of freedom to take initiatives and make a substantial contribution to KLM's improvement processes.

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