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Continuous Improvement Manager

Continuous Improvement Manager

TE ConnectivityWilsonville, OR, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Mgr I Continuous Improvement

Drives a culture of sustainable processes and takes charge of all process improvement change activities to achieve operational excellence.

Job Requirements :

  • Conducting surveys, personnel interviews, site visits, and business analysis to implement change and continuous improvement methods.
  • Coordinating with cross-functional teams for the adoption of standard operating procedures and leading workshops for the implementation of continuous improvement systems at multiple manufacturing locations.
  • Developing improvement proposals based on the analysis of worker utilization, facility layout, and operational data such as process flowcharts and production schedules.
  • Performing final inspection of the finished products and informing senior leadership on the type and status of identified improvement actions that can be used in future projects.
  • SET COMPETENCIES : Hold people accountable (Advanced); Execute the plan in a disciplined way (Advanced); Envision the future (Skilled); Drive diversity & inclusion (Skilled); Collaborate across boundaries (Skilled); Coach & develop people (Skilled)

What Your Background Should Look Like :

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent work experience
  • Six Sigma Black Belt (preferred)
  • 8 years of professional experience with focus on production, logistics or industrial engineering.
  • Analytically, data-driven and problem-solving mindset.
  • Previous experience leading and transforming operations at the site or value stream level.
  • Strong background in lean practices, experience in using value stream mapping and implementing lean tools, such as : 5S+1, Visual Factory, Standard Work, Quick Changeover and TPM essential.
  • Excellent communication and coaching skills at all levels from the shop floor to top management
  • Strong team leader, ability to think strategically and execute tactically to deliver results.
  • Ability to have a holistic overview of complex situations and flexibility to deal effectively with difficult issues when they arise.
  • Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes such as grinding, cabling, coiling, extrusion and manual assembly a plus.
  • 0%-10% - Very limited travel
  • Competencies :

    SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)

    Job Locations : WILSONVILLE, Oregon 97070 United States

    Travel Required : Less than 10%

    Requisition ID : 143686

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