Lean CI Specialist - Process Improvement

Adient; Northwood (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Adient in Northwood, IA is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to lead CI projects across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity. You will analyze processes, facilitate 5S/Kaizen/value stream mapping, and mentor teams in problem-solving techniques.

Responsibilities include developing KPIs, root cause analysis, SOP development, and ensuring timely project completion while collaborating with cross-functional teams on cost reduction and efficiency efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field preferred.
• 2–5 years experience in manufacturing or continuous improvement roles.
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge and problem-solving methodologies.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement projects improving safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.
• Analyze processes to identify bottlenecks and waste.
• Facilitate 5S, Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and standardized work.
• Support root cause analysis using 5 Why, Fishbone, Pareto.
• Develop and track KPIs for operational performance.
• Train and mentor staff in CI and problem solving.
• Prepare detailed project plans and ensure timely completion.

Skills

Process Improvement

Data Analysis

Project Management

Leadership

Change Management

Time Management

Continuous Improvement

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Adient in Northwood, IA is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to lead CI projects across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity. You will analyze processes, facilitate 5S/Kaizen/value stream mapping, and mentor teams in problem-solving techniques.

Responsibilities include developing KPIs, root cause analysis, SOP development, and ensuring timely project completion while collaborating with cross-functional teams on cost reduction and efficiency efforts.