CI Manager

Tenneco; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenneco is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead continuous improvement initiatives across the site, eliminating non-value-added activities while boosting operational excellence. The role focuses on maintaining strong process performance and refining workflows to drive efficiency.

You will apply Lean, TPM, Six Sigma, and TQM methods, manage project budgets, and lead cross-functional teams to deliver impactful CI programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Supplier Quality Analysis, or Continuous Improvement roles.
• Experience with LEAN, TPM, Six Sigma, and TQM; familiarity with P3 (Tenneco Operating System).

Responsibilities

• Lead CI initiatives to eliminate non-value-added activities and improve operational excellence.
• Maintain high performance of existing processes and continuously refine them.
• Establish a culture of operational excellence across plant operations.
• Manage CI projects including budgets, resources, timelines, and critical paths.
• Lead cross-functional project teams and drive continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Continuous Improvement

Project Management

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

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JOB DUTIES: Lead the site’s continuous improvement initiatives designed toeliminatenon-value-addedactivities while improving operational excellence. Ensure existing processesmaintaina high levelof performance while continuously reviewing and refining those processes. Establish a culture of operational excellence throughout all plant operations with emphasis on sustainable development. Manage CI projects while utilizing problem-solving and Continuous Improvement methods such as LEAN, TPM, Six Sigma, and TQM. Lead, supervise, and train cross-functional project teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives. Implement P3 (Tenneco Operating System) to drive key performance indicators. Manage project budgets and costs related to operational initiatives. Drive mixed model value stream implementation plans for CI projects, including resources, timeline, critical paths, etc. Participate in operational continuous improvement reviews with local and regional management.

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Five (5) years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer, Supplier Quality Analyst, Assistance Supplier Quality Analyst, or Continuous Improvement Engineer.