Serkan Eren

As a Senior Advisor at SINTEF Manufacturing, I specialize in lean manufacturing and systematic improvement, with experience across diverse industries. I lead EU-funded projects focused on operational efficiency and continuous improvement. With a Master’s from NTNU, I coach industrial partners in Lean principles and digitization. Passionate about sustainable change, I believe true Lean transformation starts with developing people and fostering a culture of innovation.

Education

M.Sc. - Production and Quality Engineering - NTNU
B.Sc. - Mechanical Engineering

Competence and research areas

I have extensive experience in production management, Lean management, Lean manufacturing design, supply chain management, and customer management. My expertise includes team leadership and optical system design. My research enhances production processes through Lean methodologies and human-centric manufacturing, focusing on continuous improvement and sustainability. Additionally, I am skilled in Training Within Industry (TWI), emphasizing workforce development for operational excellence.

Linkedin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/serkan-eren-5350241a/

ResearchGate

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Serkan-Eren-2

ORCID

https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4183-4733