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Continuous Improvement Lead

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Teijin Automotive Technologies

2024-10-02 07:41:44

Job location Huntington, Indiana, United States

Job type: fulltime

Job industry: Engineering

Job description

Teijin Automotive Technologies is an innovative and full-service Tier One supplier with a global presence and emphasis in development for lightweight technologies. Teijin Automotive offers employees the opportunity to join a leading edge company within the composite material industry and enjoy the benefits offered by a growing company in North America and internationally.

We are looking for a Site Continuous Improvement Lead for our Huntington, IN plant

Job Description:

The Site Continuous Improvement Lead at Teijin Automotive Technologies will spearhead continuous improvement initiatives across production operations. The incumbent will be a catalyst for positive change, leveraging expertise in lean principles and analytical abilities to optimize processes, eliminate waste, and elevate quality standards. This is a hands-on role where your passion for manufacturing will shine through as you collaborate with diverse teams to cultivate a culture of excellence.

Responsibilities:

Facilitate Continuous Improvement:

  • Identify and prioritize key improvement opportunities using data analysis, problem-solving techniques, and value stream mapping.
  • Design and implement lean initiatives based on Our Way principles, including Standardized Work and Problem Solving.
  • Teach production teams lean tools and methodologies, fostering a culture of continuous learning and engagement.
  • Analyze process data to identify and eliminate variation, ensuring consistent and predictable outputs.
  • Conduct root cause analysis of quality issues and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
  • Utilize Six Sigma methodologies to drive process improvement and operational efficiency.

Create a Visual Factory:

  • Design and implement visual management systems to track performance metrics, facilitate communication, and empower team ownership.
  • Utilize visual aids and data dashboards to drive real-time decision-making and continuous improvement.
  • Develop and maintain KPI (Key Performance Indicator) boards to monitor and communicate progress.

Champion Change Management:

  • Drive cultural transformation by building buy-in and overcoming resistance to change initiatives.
  • Celebrate successes and measure the impact of improvement efforts to sustain momentum.
  • Lead Kaizen events and continuous improvement workshops to engage employees at all levels.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field or comparable work experience of 5 years in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proven experience in implementing lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
  • Experience leading projects and project teams.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate others.
  • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data-driven decision-making.
  • A proactive and results-oriented approach with a passion for continuous improvement.
  • Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt) is preferred.

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