As the Continuous Improvement Manager, you will report directly to the Plant Manager and you will be responsible for leading the CI initiatives designed to eliminate non-value-added activities while improving operations excellence at the plant with emphasis on sustainable development.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain Customer scorecard reporting process to track performance and drive continuous improvement
• Identify, coach and lead cross-functional teams in lean projects and events
• Set vision and milestones for achievement at all levels of the organization
• Full understanding of the P&L and demonstrates ability to support EBITDA improvement through project definition and completion
• Data driven in actions, decision making and reporting
• Break down barriers and generate excitement around continuous improvement activities by generating a total CI culture.
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills through personal performance and enhancement in the performance other individuals and overall team
• Possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to coach and mentor teams through practical applications

Minimum Skills and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Management, or Engineering required
• 5 years of experience in manufacturing
• Six Sigma Black Belt, preferred
• Multi-plant experience with global responsibility a plus
• Automotive industry experience a plus

Behavioral Competencies – Common to all Motus Positions

• Integrity – Iron clad. Does not ethically cut corners. Earns trust of co-workers. Puts organization above self-interests
• Energy/Drive – Exhibits high level of energy and ability to energize others. Strong desire to achieve, high dedication level. Gets Results. Recognizes excellence in the efforts and work of others. Enjoys seeing others succeed. Ability to energize and motivate others. Has a positive ‘can do’ attitude
• Customer Focus – Monitors internal and external client satisfaction. Establishes partner relationships with clients. Visible and accessible to clients. Focuses on partnerships with customers, suppliers and communities
• Change Leader - Embraces change. Communicates needs during periods of change. Actively intervenes to create & energize positive change. Leads by example
• Assertive/Edge – Ability to take a forceful stand on issues without being excessively abrasive. Able to challenge tactfully
• Execution – Likes to be challenged and can work through tough tasks and execute on stretch goals to move the organization forward
• Teamwork: Supports environment that encourages teamwork, cooperation and collaboration
• Interpersonal Communication: Is respectful when interacting with others. Shares information freely in all direction
• Problem-solving/Decision-making: Works cooperatively within teams to solve problems. Works cooperatively across teams to solve problems
• Personal Development: Continually learning and growing. Seeks out and uses personal feedback
• Innovator: Takes initiative. Encourages risk-taking in pursuit of continuous improvement
• Flexible - Embraces change. Communicates needs during periods of change

Motus Integrated Technologies is a rapidly growing, half a million-dollar global manufacturer of high-performance headliners, interior trim and fiber solution products for the global automotive market. Headquartered in Holland Michigan, Motus operates state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in North America (U.S. and Mexico), Europe, and Asia with over 20 entities worldwide. Motus is a portfolio company of Atlas Holdings, an industrial holding company headquartered in Greenwich, CT.

Motus Integrated Technologies offers a competitive compensation and benefits package (including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, Rx, life insurance, disability coverage, 401K and Company match, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement eligibility, etc.)

Motus is an Equal Opportunity Employer