CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT TECHNICIAN V

TE Connectivity; Tanauan; On-site; PHP 502,000 - 725,000; Full time

Job summary

TE Connectivity Ltd. Philippines is seeking a Continuous Improvement Technician V to lead fabrication-driven CI projects. You will coordinate Kaizen, 5S, and Bright Idea initiatives to improve safety, quality, and cost efficiency on the Moonshine line.

You will plan work orders, ensure material readiness, supervise tooling and housekeeping, train staff, and prepare daily status reports while coordinating with plant stakeholders for on-time delivery and safe, compliant operations.

Qualifications

• Tracking updates on CI activities and coordinating with line managers and associates.
• Driving safety, quality, and efficiency measures through Kaizen and standard work.
• Providing expertise in lean tools and process mapping.
• Mentoring staff on effective standard work procedures.

Responsibilities

• Plan and monitor Moonshine job orders for on-time delivery and quality output.
• Ensure material availability for ongoing and upcoming projects.
• Maintain shop discipline and proper use of facilities, tools, and equipment.
• Update daily production status and prepare performance reports.
• Train and orient TEOAs and other personnel on fabrication processes and safety.

Skills

5S implementation

Kaizen

Poka-Yoke

Continuous Improvement

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineer

AA degree preferred

Tools

Reading drawings

Welding basics

Project planning

Lean tools

Job description

Job Title: CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT TECHNICIAN V

The Moonshine Leader oversees the planning, coordination, and execution of fabrication activities to support plant-wide Continuous Improvement projects. The position ensures the timely delivery of Kaizen-related solutions, operational furniture, and workplace improvements while driving 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain) implementation, supporting Bright Idea generation and execution, and promoting safety, productivity, cost savings, and effective resource utilization.

Ensure compliance with safety policies and standards within the Moonshine Facility.

· Maintain shop discipline and proper utilization of facilities, tools, and equipment.

· Plan and monitor Moonshine job orders to ensure on-time delivery and quality output.

· Ensure material availability for ongoing and upcoming projects.

· Optimize manpower and coordinate overtime activities when required.

· Maintain housekeeping and proper maintenance of tools and equipment.

· Update daily production status and prepare performance reports.

· Train and orient TEOAs and other personnel on Moonshine fabrication processes, safety requirements, and proper facility usage.

· Define and maintain PPE requirements and safety guidelines.

· Lead Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, Bright Idea, and Continuous Improvement initiatives.

· Conduct Safety and 5S audits and support plant-wide 5S implementation.

· Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.

· Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualification:

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineer
• 3 years experience
• Moonshine Fabrication, Welding, Project Planning and Execution
• Should have knowledge on reading and understanding the drawings.

Job Description:

Job Overview

Develops and oversees initiatives for continuous improvement programs to improve the efficiency, quality, and performance of the products and processes.

Job Requirements

• Tracking, providing updates regarding the status of the continuous improvement activities and collaborating with the line managers and associates regarding communication.
• Driving safety, quality, and efficiency measures, following up with continuous improvement activities related to kaizen and driving execution.
• Providing expertise and assistance in the implementation of lean tools, managing control functions, and updating them for best practices and process maps.
• Evaluating the training effectiveness, relevance, and application to the current role and mentoring them in implementing the efficient standard work procedures.

What your background should look like

Typically requires 5-6 years or more of related work experience. Requires high school diploma. Completion of an AA degree or equivalent is preferred.

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

Job Locations:

Job Country: Philippines

Travel Required: 10% to 25%

Requisition ID: 159884

Workplace Type: Onsite

External Careers Page: Continuous Improvement