Teijin Automotive Technologies is an innovative and full-service Tier One supplier with a global presence and emphasis in development for lightweight technologies. Teijin Automotive offers employees the opportunity to join a leading edge company within the composite material industry and enjoy the benefits offered by a growing company in North America and internationally.

Job Description

We are hiring for a Site Continuous Improvement Lead for our Carey, OH Plant.

The Site Continuous Improvement Lead will spearhead continuous improvement initiatives across production operations. The incumbent will be a catalyst for positive change, leveraging expertise in lean principles and analytical abilities to optimize processes, eliminate waste, and elevate quality standards. This is a hands-on role where your passion for manufacturing will shine through as you collaborate with diverse teams to cultivate a culture of excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate Continuous Improvement:
• Identify and prioritize key improvement opportunities using data analysis, problem-solving techniques, and value stream mapping.
• Design and implement lean initiatives based on Our Way principles, including Standardized Work, and Problem Solving.
• Teach production teams lean tools and methodologies, fostering a culture of continuous learning and engagement.
• Analyze process data to identify and eliminate variation, ensuring consistent and predictable outputs.
• Conduct root cause analysis of quality issues and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Create a Visual Factory:
• Design and implement visual management systems to track performance metrics, facilitate communication, and empower team ownership.
• Utilize visual aids and data dashboards to drive real-time decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Champion Change Management:
• Drive cultural transformation by building buy-in and overcoming resistance to change initiatives.
• Celebrate successes and measure the impact of improvement efforts to sustain momentum.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field or comparable work experience of 5 years of in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading projects and project teams.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate others.
• A proactive and results-oriented approach with a passion for continuous improvement.