CI Leader

Tenneco is one of the world's leading designer, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 78.000 team members working at more than 300 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, Motorparts, Ride Performance, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

Reporting to the CI Manager, this position will drive the execution of the site's continuous improvement initiatives designed to eliminate non-value-added activities while improving operational excellence. Assists in the identification and proliferation of manufacturing best practices. Will be responsible for the support of an operational excellence culture throughout all plant operations with emphasis on sustainable development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive the development and implementation of Continuous Improvement projects consistent with and in support of the strategic plan and business operating plan.
• Assist in designing new procedures and methods for operational processes.
• Work with site leaders to identify, modify, and sustain desired changes including waste reduction and efficiency improvements by utilizing projects charters with deliverables.
• Mentor employees to realize benefits from all continuous improvement initiatives and act as a change agent to the organization.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and prioritize improvement opportunities with the management team.
• Lead projects and initiatives from idea generation to strategic execution.
• Provide strategic insight and evaluation of the organization's progression.
• Act as a mentor for the supervisory staff and front-line personnel.
• Participate in developing and influencing strategy, planning, and execution depending on project or initiative needs.

EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in operations.
• Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification required.
• Experience designing, implementing, and leading continuous improvement projects.
• Must have thorough understanding of cycle time reduction, waste reduction, yield improvement, productivity, and throughput improvement.
• Hands-on experience using Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement methods (LEAN, TPM, Six Sigma, TQM).
• Proven leadership skills to coach and lead teams to fully deliver chartered objectives and projects.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Applications: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Be a self-starter with excellent organizational skills in planning and organizing to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• Advanced problem-solving capabilities, attention to detail and numerical aptitude.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.