Celine Continuous Improvement Engineer

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Location
FlorenceTuscanyItaly
Posted
Jan 22, 2026

About Celine

CELINE, a renowned French Leather-Goods, Fashion & Couture House, was established in 1945 by Céline Vipiana and is part of the prestigious LVMH Group. As an employer, CELINE offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment where diversity is celebrated, and employees are encouraged to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.

Join CELINE in Florence, Italy, as a Continuous Improvement Engineer. Part of the LVMH Group, CELINE offers a dynamic work environment focused on Lean manufacturing and operational excellence.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute advanced Lean manufacturing initiatives across leather goods production sites.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis and precise mapping of current processes, including advanced value stream mapping, to identify and strategically address waste.
  • Facilitate and lead Kaizen events and continuous improvement workshops with cross-functional teams.
  • Conduct data-driven root cause analysis for implementing effective, sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
  • Optimize material flow and production scheduling to mitigate bottlenecks and elevate operational efficiency.
  • Provide training and coaching on Lean principles and tools to colleagues, cultivating a mindset of continuous improvement and problem-solving.

Qualifications

  • Proven ability to lead and successfully implement complex process improvement projects with significant, quantifiable results within a high-quality, low-volume production setting.

Skills

Demonstrated knowledge and practical experience of advanced Lean manufacturing principles and tools (e.g., Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, Just-in-Time, Poka-Yoke, SMED). Excellent analytical, target-oriented, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a highly skilled, cross-functional team dedicated to excellence. Fluent in Italian and English; French is a plus.

Experience

A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience is required.

Workplace

This position is based in Florence, Tuscany, Italy.

Benefits

CELINE offers an inclusive environment of mutual respect where diversity is welcomed, and all employees feel included, developed, and heard. The company is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants.

Culture

CELINE fosters a culture of continuous improvement within a high-craftsmanship environment. The company is dedicated to preventing discrimination and providing equal opportunities to all, irrespective of gender, gender expression, disability, origin, background, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation.

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