Manufacturing Engineering Lead | Lean, CI, & NPI Excellence

Tenneco; Ligonier (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenneco in Indiana is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead the design and implementation of cost-efficient manufacturing processes that consistently deliver high-quality products meeting customer requirements.

You’ll drive continuous improvement, provide hands-on troubleshooting, and partner with plant leadership to optimize KPIs and drive business results. Strong knowledge of lean methodologies, Design for Manufacturability (DFM), and IATF alignment is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience leading manufacturing operations and driving a culture of excellence.
• Deep knowledge of manufacturing process design & lean manufacturing methodologies.
• Extensive knowledge of leading capital projects, quoting, and new product launch.
• Strategic vision and communication skills related to manufacturing objectives.
• Proven experience pursuing operational excellence within manufacturing operations.
• Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities

Responsibilities

• Developing Robust Processes, process flow and layout - including incorporating lean methods and ergonomics. Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives- Leading and implementing initiatives focused on enhancing existing manufacturing processes. This includes reducing cycle times, improving yields, lowering scrap rates, and increasing overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Troubleshooting Manufacturing processes and resolving Technical Issue & Root Cause Analysis & Corrective / Preventive Actions.
• Lead Capital Projects, Strategic Equipment Acquisition, Project Management & Installation and Commissioning.
• New Product Launches, Launch Readiness, Pilot Runs & Validation.
• Designing manufacturing processes that meet IATF standard.

Skills

Manufacturing process design

Lean manufacturing

Capital projects

Project management

New product launches

Operational excellence

Communication skills

DFM

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Tenneco in Indiana is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead the design and implementation of cost-efficient manufacturing processes that consistently deliver high-quality products meeting customer requirements.

You’ll drive continuous improvement, provide hands-on troubleshooting, and partner with plant leadership to optimize KPIs and drive business results. Strong knowledge of lean methodologies, Design for Manufacturability (DFM), and IATF alignment is required.