CI & Process Manager

Adient

  • Normal, Illinois
  • 12 days ago

    Highlights

    The Continuous Improvement Manager leads plant-wide initiatives to improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance through Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational excellence principles. Identify and implement process improvements that increase productivity and reduce operating costs.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationNormal, Illinois

    Description

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    Continuous Improvement (CI) Process Manager 
    Job Description 

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    Department: C.I. & Process Manager 

    Salary Range: $106,700-$178,000 

    Reports to: Plant Manager 

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    Position Summary 
    The Continuous Improvement Manager leads plant-wide initiatives to improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance through Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational excellence principles. 

    Key Responsibilities 

    • Lead continuous improvement strategy and roadmap for the plant. 

    • Facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and waste reduction initiatives. 

    • Drive KPI improvements in safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and cost. 

    • Coach leaders and employees on Lean and problem-solving methodologies. 

    • Identify and implement process improvements that increase productivity and reduce operating costs. 

    • Develop standard work and sustainment processes to ensure long-term results. 

    • Partner with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and HR teams. 

    • Monitor project progress and communicate results to leadership. 

    • ODS update. 

    • Implement process change supported by Material, launch, OPS, Maintenance.  

    Qualifications 

    • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Operations, Business, or related field. 

    • 5+ years of manufacturing and continuous improvement experience. 

    • Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification preferred. 

    • Strong project management, facilitation, and leadership skills. 

    • Excellent analytical, communication, change management abilities. 

    Success Metrics 

    • Productivity improvement 

    • Cost reduction 

    • Quality performance improvements 

    • Waste reduction 

    • Employee engagement in CI activities 

     

    Benefits:  

    Medical, Dental & Vision insurance 

    Disability 

    Life and AD&D Insurance 

    401k 

    Tuition Reimbursement 

    Paid vacation 

    Paid holidays 

     

    The job description outlined above is not intended to be a detailed list of job functions or responsibilities.  It outlines the essential functions of the job.  An individual may be required to perform other duties from time to time.  The company reserves the right to amend, change, or delete the contents of this description. 

    PRIMARY LOCATION

    Normal

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