Continuous Improvement Manager

Identify, lead and implement approved continuous improvement initiatives at the site. This position is
responsible for managing the implementation of Continuous Improvement methods such as Lean
Manufacturing, Kaizen, Six Sigma, 8-D, Problem Solving and Value Stream Analysis to drive out
waste and improve productivity.

Tasks

• Lead and coordinate a wide variety of identified and approved initiatives and projects designed to improve
processes and performance in all areas of the business.
• Participate in new license transitions by analyzing manufacturing processes to identify and realize efficiency gains
during new product introduction.
• Hands on involvement to prove process concepts and implementation of improvement activities.
• Lead or conduct studies in cost, quality, productivity, flow, value stream mapping and root cause analysis.
• Conduct operational audits to identify areas of opportunity across the business.
• Identify and recommend location specific and company-wide improvement initiatives and opportunities.
• Lead local and/or coordinate Kaizens and similar team-based improvement initiatives.
• Train “change agent” employees, in all aspects of lean manufacturing, waste reduction, team effectiveness and
continuous improvement.
• Develop training materials and effectively deliver those materials in a team environment to ensure employees
throughout the facilities are trained in CI concepts and philosophy.
• Establish appropriate measurement systems to identify opportunities and to quantify implemented improvements.
• Specify and coordinate best practices between locations and ensure the transfer of such practices to each location.
• Lead teams to develop appropriate Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) for their products, process, or function.
• Facilitate the selection, scope, and planning of specific improvement projects.
• Monitor and maintain event schedules.
• Follow up and audit event progress to ensure results are achieved and sustained.
• Resolve implementation issues / create and manage implementation communication process.
• Ensuring consistency of implemented processes and programs throughout the facility
• Manage and take a lead role in promoting and improving quality processes, expectations, and results.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures related to all facets of job.
• Undertake ad-hoc activities that may be required by the business.

Requirements

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related discipline.

• 8 years experience in developing, organizing, implementing, and managing projects and assignments
• English Procoency
• Experience driving a change management initiative
• Experience in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with all levels of the company
• Computer skills (Excel, Word, Power Point, Minitab, etc.)
• Demonstrated experience in selecting and working with a wide range of Continuous Improvement tools (Value
Stream Mapping, Lean, Six Sigma and Validation) as well as other creative problem solving skills

Desired:
Self-motivated, highly organized with demonstrated ability to work multiple projects concurrently.
Database experience a plus
Green / Black Belt Certification

Location Apodaca,Nuevo Leon,Mexico

Business unit EP Industrial Solutions

Fecha Publicación 04.01.2019

Área de Trabajo Design and Engineering

Código de Referencia MX66106406_E3

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