Continuous Improvement Manager

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Lear Corporation is the leading Tier 1 automotive supplier serving all of the world's major automotive manufacturers with our world-class automotive seating and automotive electrical products. Our products are developed and produced by a diverse, talented team of more than 165,000 people. With operations in 39 countries, Lear operates in every major automotive manufacturing region in the world. For our globally positioned and successful teams, we are looking for dedicated talents with zest for action and enthusiasm. If you love challenges, want to experience development opportunities unrestrained, and want recognition that pays off, then you've come to the right place with Lear.

Position Summary

Lear Traverse City is searching for an experienced Continuous Improvement Manager to join our expanding team!

Job Duties

• Improve, facilitate and promote the growth of CI culture within the Lear Traverse city facility
• Manage the employee suggestion system and implement process improvements based on employee feedback
• Continually identify new employee involvement opportunities for operational improvements Mentor peers and middle management in the formulation and execution of process improvements projects.
• Teach local personnel to apply Continuous Improvement (e.g., Lean and Six Sigma) strategies and tools.
• Develop and implement a cultural change plan.
• Increase efficiency by automating and improving systems.
• Utilize continuous improvement objects to build Traverse City facility into a Best in Class (BIC) facility.
• Achieve financial objectives as outlined each year by the Continuous Improvement group.
• Assist each department as necessary with CI projects to assist in promotion of the CI culture within the facility.
• Will be required to work with various countries across Europe
• Knowledge of implementing KPIs and driving improvement
• Experience in the following fields:
  • Six Sigma
  • LEAN
  • IATF 16949 Auditor
  • Quality core tools (PPAP, FMEA, Control Plan, SPC, MSA)
  • Knowledge of implementing KPI’s

Job Requirements

• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA), 5 plus years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Excellent problem solving and communication skills
• Experience working in an injection molding or stamping manufacturing operation

Lear Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace.

Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.