Manufacturing Engineer - Lean, NPI & Process Optimization

Tenneco; Marshall (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenneco in Michigan is seeking an engineer to drive manufacturing initiatives across safety, quality, productivity, and cost. You will lead process changes, coordinate cross-functional teams, and support new product launches from design to production.

The role requires strong problem solving, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects and shifts, with a focus on Lean and 5S practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum five years of engineering work experience in related field.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and shifts.
• Proven problem-solving abilities and process improvement experience.
• Knowledge of BOS and Lean principles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain safety, quality, productivity, and cost initiatives.
• Direct cell layout and process changes to improve throughput.
• Lead projects within time, budget, and technical targets.
• Participate in all phases of new product launches from design to production.
• Coach and develop Engineering Technicians and Floor Technicians.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Product Engineering and Customer teams.

Skills

Cost reduction initiatives

New product launches

Project management

Safety and quality focus

Lean manufacturing

Process optimization

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

5S

Kaizen

Lean principles

Job description

Tenneco in Michigan is seeking an engineer to drive manufacturing initiatives across safety, quality, productivity, and cost. You will lead process changes, coordinate cross-functional teams, and support new product launches from design to production.

The role requires strong problem solving, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects and shifts, with a focus on Lean and 5S practices.