Job Description

At Ball, integrity and trust are the foundation of who we are. Guided by our core values —"We Care. We Work. We Win.”— we create a culture where every voice matters and every idea drives progress.

Further your career at Ball, a world leader in manufacturing sustainable aluminium packaging. Achieve extraordinary things when you join our team, and make a difference in your professional development, the community, and around the globe!

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Your Opportunity to Make an Impact

At Ball, every role contributes to something bigger. Learn how this opportunity will allow you to grow your career while making a lasting impact on our business, our communities, and our planet:

The Manufacturing Excellence Specialist acts as a catalyst for continuous improvement across the plant, helping deliver annual business targets while strengthening the Ball Manufacturing Excellence management system. This role partners with operations, quality, and cross functional teams to embed standards, drive performance improvements, and support both short and long term business objectives.

How You'll Make a Difference

• The responsibilities below represent more than daily tasks. They are opportunities to make a difference, collaborate with talented colleagues, and contribute to meaningful outcomes:
• Lead Ball Manufacturing Excellence self-assessments and execute improvement plans that embed operational standards into daily ways of working.
• Develop and maintain the plant Manufacturing Excellence master plan to support short and long term business objectives.
• Lead critical cross functional projects that enable or directly deliver Fuel for Growth savings and operational value.
• Plan, facilitate, and sustain continuous improvement initiatives using Lean methodologies such as VSM, 5S, SMED, PDCA, and TPM.
• Act as a change agent by coaching employees and leaders using GROW coaching techniques to support engagement and adoption.
• Lead structured problem-solving efforts through training, facilitation, and root cause analysis techniques.
• Analyze manufacturing and quality data using statistical tools to identify trends, support decisions, and improve performance.
• What Helps You Thrive in This Role

We're looking for curious minds, collaborative spirits, and motivated professionals ready to make an impact. Here are the skills and experiences that will help you succeed in this role:

• University degree in Science, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline is desirable.
• At least 3 years of experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of Lean tools and systems with a proven track record of leading Lean improvement projects.
• Knowledge of statistical process control and data analysis, with Six Sigma Green Belt certification required and Black Belt certification desirable.
• Experience applying advanced statistical methods such as DOE and ANOVA within Six Sigma projects is desirable.
• Ability to communicate effectively and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills, supported by proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Work Environment: This position requires on-site presence at our plant in Ejpovice

Salary Range: CZK 675 000 – 960 000 gross annually. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as internal compensation policies and current labor market conditions. Depending on these factors, the actual offer may fall above or below the stated range.

Incentive Program: This position is eligible for Ball’s annual incentive program.

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Leisure and wellness allowance, pension contribution, loyalty bonus, employee assistance program, massage and physiotherapy services, and transportation allowance.

​Ball Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively encourage applications from everybody, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, faith, ability, or orientation. Our products range from infinitely recyclable aluminium cans, cups to aerosol bottles solutions that enable our customers to contribute to a better world.

Each of us has a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion which is the foundation of our culture of belonging. Everyone at Ball is making a difference by doing what we love. Because what we create may change, but what we will always make is a difference.

Please note the advertised job title might vary from the job title on the contract due to local job title structure and global HR systems.

Job Grade: Global Grade 10