Mgr TEOA

TE Connectivity Corporation; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

TE Connectivity is seeking a TEOA Manager I to lead deployment of the TE Operations Advantage across manufacturing operations. You will drive Lean initiatives, operational excellence, and productivity improvements through TEOA tools and principles.

You will partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and engagement, coaching leaders and teams on continuous improvement daily.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 7+ years of manufacturing, operations, continuous improvement, or Lean leadership experience.
• Demonstrated success leading Lean transformations and operational excellence initiatives.
• Experience facilitating Kaizen events and cross-functional improvement projects.
• Strong project management and change management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the deployment and sustainment of the TE OA (TEOA) operating system across the site.
• Facilitate Lean transformation projects, Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), and process improvements.
• Implement and sustain Daily Management Systems, Tier Meetings, Standard Work, Gemba Walks, and problem-solving disciplines.
• Drive productivity, quality, lead-time, inventory, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Identify and eliminate waste across manufacturing and business processes.
• Coach and develop leaders, supervisors, engineers, and operators in Lean principles.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities using structured problem-solving tools.
• Track and report TEOA metrics, project savings, and operation performance improvements.
• Develop and maintain continuous improvement project pipelines aligned with business objectives.
• Support site strategy deployment and annual operational planning activities.
• Facilitate employee engagement through improvement programs and Kaizen competitions.
• Build organizational capability by training Lean Facilitators and Cross-functional teams.
• Partner with operations and quality to improve process capability and sustain gains.
• Ensure best practices are standardized, documented, and replicated across functions.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Value Stream Mapping

Standard Work

Daily Management Systems

Problem Solving

Root Cause Analysis

SPC

Change Management

Project Leadership

Communication Skills

Data-Driven Decision Making

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

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 Description:

Job Overview

The TEOA Manager I leads the deployment and sustainment of TE Operations Advantage (TEOA) across manufacturing operations. This role drives continuous improvement, Lean manufacturing initiatives, operational excellence, and productivity improvements through the implementation of TEOA principles and tools. The position partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Site Leadership to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, inventory, and employee engagement.

Job Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Lead deployment and sustainment of the TEOA operating system throughout the site.
• Facilitate Lean transformation projects, Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), and process improvement initiatives.
• Implement and sustain Daily Management Systems, Tier Meetings, Standard Work, Gemba Walks, and Problem-Solving disciplines.
• Drive productivity, quality, lead-time, inventory, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Identify and eliminate waste across manufacturing and business processes.
• Coach and develop leaders, supervisors, engineers, and operators in Lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities using structured problem-solving tools.
• Track and report TEOA metrics, project savings, implementation progress, and operational performance improvements.
• Develop and maintain continuous improvement project pipelines that align with business objectives.
• Support site strategy deployment and annual operational planning activities.
• Facilitate employee engagement through continuous improvement programs, idea generation campaigns, and Kaizen competitions.
• Build organizational capability by training and mentoring Lean Facilitators, Continuous Improvement leaders, and cross-functional teams.
• Partner with operations and quality teams to improve process capability, reduce variation, and sustain gains achieved through improvement initiatives.
• Ensure best practices are standardized, documented, and replicated across functions and value streams.

Key Performance Indicators

• Productivity improvement
• Cost savings realization
• Quality and scrap reduction
• Inventory reduction
• Lead-time improvement
• Continuous Improvement idea implementation
• TEOA maturity and deployment effectiveness
• Employee engagement in improvement activities
• Project pipeline execution and sustainability

Leadership Expectations

• Demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.
• Lead by example through coaching, mentoring, and active participation on the production floor.
• Promote employee involvement and ownership of improvement initiatives.
• Drive sustainable results through disciplined execution of TEOA principles and practices.

What your background should look like

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business, or related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.

Experience

• 7+ years of manufacturing, operations, continuous improvement, or Lean leadership experience.
• Demonstrated success leading Lean transformations and operational excellence initiatives.
• Experience facilitating Kaizen events and cross-functional improvement projects.
• Strong project management and change management experience.

Knowledge and Skills

• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma methodologies
• Value Stream Mapping (VSM)
• Standard Work
• Daily Management Systems
• Problem Solving and Root Cause AnalysisStatistical Process Control (SPC)
• Change Management
• Project Leadership
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to influence and drive change across all organizational levels
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills

This position involves access to information and hardware subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Candidates must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or protected individual).

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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: $121,000-$ 181,500 (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

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