Operational Excellence & Lean Leader

Tenneco Inc.; Napoleon (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenneco Inc. located in Napoleon, OH, is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead Lean/Six Sigma initiatives across manufacturing operations.

The role focuses on reducing waste, improving efficiency, and driving sustainable growth through data-driven methods and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in process improvement, strong analytical skills, and proven leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in process improvement, operations, or quality management.
• Lean, Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage cross-functional continuous improvement projects.
• Analyze current business processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for enhancement.
• Develop and implement strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions on Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other methodologies.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of improvement initiatives using KPIs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation of changes.
• Promote a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
• Maintain documentation and present progress reports to senior management.
• Utilize data analytics and root cause analysis to prioritize projects.
• Lead Kaizen events and 5S initiatives to drive workplace efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Lean Six Sigma

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business/Engineering/Operations)

Tools

Data analysis software

Job description

Tenneco Inc. located in Napoleon, OH, is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead Lean/Six Sigma initiatives across manufacturing operations.

The role focuses on reducing waste, improving efficiency, and driving sustainable growth through data-driven methods and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in process improvement, strong analytical skills, and proven leadership.