Manager, Continuous Improvement
Posted on: 1 Feb 2021
Southfield, MI
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Southfield, MI, US
Manager, Continuous Improvement
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Lear Corporation is the leading Tier 1 automotive supplier serving all of the world's major automotive manufacturers with our world-class automotive seating and automotive electrical products. Our products are developed and produced by a diverse, talented team of more than 165,000 people. With operations in 39 countries, Lear operates in every major automotive manufacturing region in the world. For our globally positioned and successful teams, we are looking for dedicated talents with zest for action and enthusiasm. If you love challenges, want to experience development opportunities unrestrained, and want recognition that pays off, then you've come to the right place with Lear.
Continuous Improvement Manager
Southfield, MI World Headquarters
As a member of the Surface Materials team in Lears Seating Division, the Continuous Improvement Manager will be responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives that align with business objectives while developing organizational capability on Lean/Six-Sigma tools globally. The position must be able to manage multiple projects with very aggressive timelines that drive bottom line profit to the organization while developing innovative ways to accomplish project objectives.
The Role:
Your work will include, but not be limited to:
* Building organizational capability on continuous improvement tools to drive bottom line business results
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives on a global scale that aligns with business objectives
* Train/Coach/Mentor global organization on Lean/Six Sigma tools and methodologies
* Actively participate in identified continuous improvement projects weekly on a global scale
* Participate in global strategic planning meetings that identify opportunities to improve bottom line profitability
* Involved in process trouble shooting and root cause analysis
* Development of new systems within the organization to achieve business objectives
Your Qualifications:
* Bachelors degree in a related field
* 10 years experience in a manufacturing environment
* Master Black Belt certification achieved or in process
Bonus If You Have:
* Spanish or Mandarin language skills
Lear Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace.
Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.
Nearest Major Market: Detroit
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LEAR
Southfield, MI
Lear Corporation designs, develops, engineers, manufactures, assembles, and supplies automotive seating, and electrical distribution systems and related components for automotive original equipment manufacturers worldwide. It operates in two segments, Seating and E-Systems. The Seating segment offers leather and fabric products, seat trim covers, recliner mechanisms, seat tracks and foams, seat structures and mechanisms, and headrests for automobiles and light trucks, compact cars, and sport utility vehicles; and heating and cooling systems. The E-Systems segment offers electrical distribution systems that route electrical signals and manage electrical power within the vehicle for traditional vehicle architectures, as well as high power and hybrid electric systems.
This segment’s products comprise wire harnesses, terminals and connectors, and junction boxes; and electronic control modules, such as body control modules, smart junction boxes, gateway and wireless control modules, lighting control modules, and audio domain controllers and amplifiers. It also provides electrification products comprising charging systems that include onboard charging modules, cord set charging equipment, and wireless charging systems; battery electronics, which comprise battery disconnect units, cell monitoring supervisory systems, and integrated total battery control modules; and other power management modules, including converter and inverter systems.
In addition, this segment offers cybersecurity software; EXO advanced vehicle positioning for automated and autonomous driving applications; roadside modules that communicate real-time traffic information; and cellular protocols for vehicle connectivity, as well as Connexus connectivity products. Further, it provides wireless systems, such as passive entry, remote keyless entry, and dual range/function remote keyless entry systems. The company was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in Southfield, Michigan.
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IndustryEngineering
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No. of Employees169, 000
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