CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT SPECIALIST

TE Connectivity Corporation; Town of Webster (NY); On-site; USD 91,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

TE Connectivity in Webster, NY is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to drive the plant’s digital transformation. The role combines Lean, data analytics, and AI-driven solutions to improve performance and implement automation.

Initial site in Webster, NY with a transition to a permanent Rochester location near RIT. Strong focus on Power BI and Power Apps for dashboards and workflows, plus collaboration with global stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, IT, Data Analytics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Digitalization, Digital Transformation, Continuous Improvement, or Smart Manufacturing.
• Experience with Lean, VSM, Kaizen, and Process Improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead Lean deployment and continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.
• Drive digitalization using Power BI, Power Apps, automated workflows, and smart manufacturing tech.
• Develop dashboards, KPI reporting, and data visualization to support data-driven decisions.
• Identify bottlenecks and advance AI, automation, and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and CI teams to implement digital projects.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

VSM

Kaizen

Process Improvement

Data Analytics

Power BI

Power Apps

AI / Industry 4.0

Dashboard Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Analytics, or related fields

Tools

Power BI

Power Apps

Automation workflows

Job description

Job Title: CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT SPECIALIST

Posting Start Date: 8/24/26

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Overview

The Continuous Improvement Specialist plays a key role in driving the plant’s digital transformation journey by combining Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Data Analytics, and AI-driven solutions to enhance operational performance. The position is responsible for identifying manufacturing improvement opportunities, developing digital tools and dashboards, and implementing automation and smart manufacturing initiatives that support data-driven decision-making and sustainable business results.

Please note: operations are currently based at a temporary site in Webster, NY. The team will transition to a permanent Rochester location (near RIT) upon completion.

Job Requirements

• Lead TEOA deployment, Lean maturity improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, VSM, Kaizen, and process standardization projects to improve operational performance.
• Lead the plant's digitalization roadmap by developing and implementing digital solutions, including Power BI, Power Apps, automated workflows, and smart manufacturing technologies.
• Develop dashboards, KPI reporting, and data visualization solutions by collecting and analyzing production data to support data-driven decision-making.
• Identify manufacturing bottlenecks and drive AI, automation, and Industry 4.0 solutions to improve productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Continuous Improvement teams to implement digital transformation initiatives and drive adoption of new technologies.
• Collect, consolidate, and validate production data from multiple sources to improve operational visibility and support data-driven decision-making.
• Lead cross-functional improvement and digital transformation projects from concept through implementation, collaborating with site and global stakeholders.
• Facilitate training, coaching, and change management activities to drive adoption of Lean, Digitalization, and AI solutions.

What your background should look like

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Analytics, or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Digitalization, Digital Transformation, Continuous Improvement, or Smart Manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, VSM, Kaizen, and Process Improvement.
• Hands-on experience in Data Analytics, Dashboard Development, and Data Visualization (e.g., Power BI).
• Experience leading Digital Transformation, AI, Automation, or Industry 4.0 initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes with the ability to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.
• Experience developing digital solutions using Power BI, Power Apps, or similar technologies.
• Strong project management, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Good English communication skills and ability to collaborate with global stakeholders.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification is an advantage

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY

TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.

COMPENSATION

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $90,500 - $138,500 (subject to change dependent on physical location)
• Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
• Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits

BENEFITS

• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.

EOE, Including Disability/Vets

Job Locations:

Posting City: Webster

Job Country: United States

Travel Required: Less than 10%

Workplace Type: Onsite