Continous Improvment Manager

Leggettlogistics; Chihuahua; Presencial; MXN 520.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The CI Manager at Leggett & Platt Incorporated will lead continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing facility to boost operational performance and reduce waste. You will partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Leadership to drive Lean and Six Sigma projects that add value and sustain cost reductions.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and a commitment to safety and quality.

Formación

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Lean Management, or similar field.
• Minimum 5 years in hands-on operational roles in supply chain, engineering or manufacturing.
• 2–3 years in a leadership role with Lean/Six Sigma experience.
• Good communication and organizational skills; ability to train others.

Responsabilidades

• Lead safety-first culture and zero-accident initiatives across the facility.
• Develop and manage CI budget; oversee CI initiatives to completion.
• Create Operational Excellence plans focusing on Lean tools to improve OEE and space gains.
• Support 5S, Lean initiatives, Six Sigma projects and company values.
• Develop internal capabilities, succession planning and training programs.

Conocimientos

Lean Thinking

Six Sigma

Problem solving

Communication

MS Office

Educación

Bachelor's or Master's in Industrial Engineering or Lean Management

Herramientas

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

We, at Leggett & Platt Incorporated, are searching for a (Continous Improvement Manager) within our (Insert function) team to help support our Automotive business. Did you know we are the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of seating support and comfort systems for transportation manufacturers, as well as tier one and two suppliers within the automotive industry? That’s right! Our automotive products fall into four primary groups: Seating and Lumbar support, Motors, Actuators and Massage Systems. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As a(n) Continous Improvement Manager you will have the opportunity to Foster a culture of innovation, accountability and continous learning. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by improv operational performance, reduced waste, enhanced quality, and sustainable cost savings that support long=term growht and competitiveness. The team you will partner closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Suply Chain, and Leadership teams to identify opportunities and values integrity, collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to continous improvement.

JOB SUMMARY:

The CI (Continuous Improvement) Manager is responsible for developing and implementing continuous
improvement initiatives across the manufacturing facility to drive improved operational performance. This position
works to achieve a sustainable continuous improvement culture at the branch. This role works closely with key leaders within the facility and cross-functional partners. Makes sure that Operations are nunning with the best skilled employees.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leading a Safety-first approach maintaining a zero-accident culture. Ensures and monitors work, accident prevention
  and environmental protection regulations of the facility to assure a safe and productive work environment free of
  any liabilities or defects.
• Develop and manage within the CI budget. Manage total facility CI initiatives and progress to completion.
  Responsible to quickly adapt to financial gaps through adjusting timing of improvement plans, creating additional
  improvements and overall supporting meeting the branch financial plan.
• Develops Operational Excellence annual plan with a focus on Lean Tools that drive labor redeployment efficiencies,
  OEE improvements and shop floor space gains.
• Maintain a culture of functional and operational excellence, supports 5S, lean initiatives, 6 Sigma projects, and to
  be a committed role model for our Company’s values.
• Establish and maintain appropriate internal capabilities and strengthen the organization (Succession Planning)
  through training, career development opportunities and recruiting as necessary to achieve Manufacturing
  objectives.
• Ensure updated qualification Matrix, follow up of qualification changes due to process changes and employee
  development. Responsible for all in house training related to production. Responsible for onboarding new
  employees, to assess the employees' skills and abilities before assigning them to the correct working station and to
  ensure that employees are able to keep up with the speed and pace of the operation.
• Support customer claim analysis, root cause identification, problem resolution, communication flow within
  manufacturing.
• Support Manufacturing organization to analyze and eliminate deviations in the manufacturing area.
• Identified through LPA, Product & Process Audits.
• Very good problem analysis and problem solving skills.
• Very good communication skills with all levels.
• Ability to share knowledge and teach others.
• bachelor's or Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering or Lean Management, or similar. EXPERIENCE:
• Minimum of 5 years experience in hands‑on operational roles in supply chain management, engineering or manufacturing.
• 2-3 years of experience in a leadership role.
• Experience in applying Lean Thinking principles in a manufacturing environment. Experience in project management KNOWLEDGE:
• Strongunderstanding of LEAN principles and methodologies and implementing these.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma.
• Ability to develop focused team activities.
• Very good organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of MS office.

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