Continuous Improvement Engineer

TE Connectivity Manufacturing Philippines, Incorporated

Lapu-lapu

On-site

PHP 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

TE Connectivity Manufacturing Philippines, Incorporated seeks an experienced TEOA Analyst to serve as site SME for TE Operational Advantage, Lean Manufacturing, and Operational Excellence.

You will drive TEOA deployment, maturity, and data-driven performance management across the site, partnering with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, and support functions to translate priorities into measurable improvements.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
Minimum 3 years of experience in Continuous Improvement/Lean/Operational Excellence.
Experience leading Lean projects, Kaizen events, and value stream transformations.
Experience facilitating cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders without direct reporting lines.

Responsibilities

Lead deployment and governance of TEOA principles, tools, standards and systems.
Develop, execute, and review the annual TEOA/Lean maturity roadmap.
Facilitate site assessments, gap analyses, readiness reviews, and action closure.
Analyze site performance and drive initiatives to improve lead time, on-time delivery, productivity, and cost.
Build and manage a prioritized pipeline of improvement projects with measurable benefits.
Develop dashboards, visual management, and structured performance reviews.
Deliver Lean training, coaching, and knowledge transfer; coach teams on practical Lean tools.
Lead cross-functional strategic projects and define scope, milestones, risks, and governance.

Skills

Lean principles

Value stream management

Structured problem solving

Project management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering or another relevant engineering or technical field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The TEOA Analyst serves as an individual contributor and site subject matter expert for TE Operational Advantage (TEOA), Lean Manufacturing, and Operational Excellence. The role drives TEOA deployment, Lean maturity advancement, value stream transformation, productivity improvement, and data-driven performance management across the site.

Working through influence rather than direct people management, the TEOA Analyst partners with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, and support functions to translate business priorities into sustainable improvement initiatives and measurable operational results.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. TEOA System Deployment and Governance

Lead the deployment and sustainment of TEOA principles, tools, standards, and management systems across the site.

Support the development, execution, and periodic review of the annual site TEOA and Lean maturity roadmap.

Facilitate site assessments, gap analyses, readiness reviews, and closure of improvement actions.

Monitor implementation progress and provide clear status, risks, and recommendations to site leadership.

2. Lean Transformation and Value Stream Excellence

Lead Value Stream Mapping, current-state analysis, future-state design, and transformation planning.

Facilitate Kaizen events, improvement workshops, and cross-functional problem‑solving activities.

Apply Lean tools such as standard work, visual management, daily management, 5S, pull systems, Kanban, quick changeover, problem solving, and waste elimination.

Identify constraints and flow opportunities across manufacturing and supporting processes.

3. Operational Performance and Cost Improvement

Analyze site performance and lead initiatives that improve manufacturing lead time, on‑time delivery, productivity, inventory performance, quality, and conversion cost.

Build and manage a prioritized pipeline of improvement projects aligned with annual operating and financial goals.

Track business impact, validate benefits with relevant stakeholders, and ensure improvements are sustained through standard work and ownership.

4. Analytics, Reporting, and Management Systems

Develop and maintain dashboards, visual management systems, and structured performance reviews.

Analyze operational data, trends, and root causes to generate actionable recommendations.

Support Tier meetings, accountability reviews, escalation processes, and action tracking.

Prepare concise project updates and leadership presentations.

5. Capability Development and Lean Culture

Deliver or coordinate TEOA and Lean training, coaching, and knowledge‑transfer activities.

Coach project teams and functional partners in the practical application of Lean tools and structured problem solving.

Support the development of site Lean capability and certification pathways.

Promote a culture in which employees identify waste, solve problems, implement improvements, and update standards.

6. Cross‑Functional and Strategic Project Leadership

Lead high‑impact, cross‑functional improvement projects without direct authority over project members.

Define project scope, milestones, risks, resources, governance, and sustainment plans.

Partner with TEOA networks to share best practices and support broader initiatives.

Act as an internal process, productivity, and cost‑improvement consultant to site stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering or another relevant engineering or technical field.

Experience

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in Continuous Improvement, Industrial Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, or Manufacturing Operations.