CI Engineer: Lean Plant Process Improvement

Tenneco; Waupun (WI); Presencial; USD 75.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Tenneco in Wisconsin is seeking a CI Engineer to lead continuous improvement efforts across the plant, driving operational excellence, cost performance, and standardization.

You will partner with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to train staff, run kaizen events, and embed a disciplined, data-driven approach to sustained results.

Ideal candidates bring Lean manufacturing expertise, 2–3 years' experience in operations, and the ability to coach others while delivering measurable gains.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field is required.
• 2-3 years of experience in operations roles.
• 2-3 years of experience driving operational improvement through Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, coach, and embed continuous improvement practices across teams.
• Experience leading kaizen events, process improvement initiatives, and cost reduction efforts in a manufacturing environment.
• Lean, Six Sigma, or related certification is a plus, but not required.

Responsabilidades

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen plant performance, reduce cost, and improve operational consistency.
• Deliver training and coaching to plant personnel on continuous improvement methodologies and standard work practices.
• Partner with leaders and frontline teams to identify process variation, close performance gaps, and sustain improvements.
• Conduct audits and assessments to monitor compliance with operational standards and drive corrective actions where needed.
• Facilitate kaizen events and improvement workshops focused on productivity, efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Track, analyze, and communicate key performance indicators to measure progress and support decision-making.
• Support the development and implementation of plant operating standards that enable reliable execution and long-term performance gains.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the plant to simplify processes, strengthen accountability, and accelerate results

Conocimientos

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Kaizen

Training & Coaching

Leadership

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Business

Descripción del empleo

Tenneco in Wisconsin is seeking a CI Engineer to lead continuous improvement efforts across the plant, driving operational excellence, cost performance, and standardization.

You will partner with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to train staff, run kaizen events, and embed a disciplined, data-driven approach to sustained results.

Ideal candidates bring Lean manufacturing expertise, 2–3 years' experience in operations, and the ability to coach others while delivering measurable gains.