Senior Continuous Improvement Leader

Tenneco; Van Wert (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenneco Inc. in Van Wert, Ohio, is seeking a CI Manager to lead continuous improvement initiatives across the plant, driving operational excellence, cost performance, and standardization.

You will train teams, coach leaders, and partner with cross-functional groups to embed lean practices, deliver measurable gains, and sustain standardized work. The role demands hands-on leadership and a relentless drive for results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in operations roles.
• 2-3 years of experience driving operational improvement through Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, coach, and embed continuous improvement practices across teams.
• Experience leading kaizen events, process improvement initiatives, and cost reduction efforts in a manufacturing environment.
• Lean, Six Sigma, or related certification is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen plant performance, reduce cost, and improve operational consistency.
• Deliver training and coaching to plant personnel on continuous improvement methodologies and standard work practices.
• Partner with leaders and frontline teams to identify process variation, close performance gaps, and sustain improvements.
• Conduct audits and assessments to monitor compliance with operational standards and drive corrective actions where needed.
• Facilitate kaizen events and improvement workshops focused on productivity, efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Track, analyze, and communicate key performance indicators to measure progress and support decision-making.
• Support the development and implementation of plant operating standards that enable reliable execution and long‑term performance gains.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the plant to simplify processes, strengthen accountability, and accelerate results.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Problem Solving

Kaizen

Coaching

Change Management

Data Analysis

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field

Job description

Tenneco Inc. in Van Wert, Ohio, is seeking a CI Manager to lead continuous improvement initiatives across the plant, driving operational excellence, cost performance, and standardization.

You will train teams, coach leaders, and partner with cross-functional groups to embed lean practices, deliver measurable gains, and sustain standardized work. The role demands hands-on leadership and a relentless drive for results.