Manufacturing Excellence Manager

4 weeks ago


Huntington Beach, California, United States Teijin Automotive Technologies Full time

Teijin Automotive Technologies is a leading manufacturer of lightweight composite components for the transportation industries.

We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Excellence Manager to spearhead continuous improvement initiatives across production operations.

The ideal candidate will be a catalyst for positive change, leveraging expertise in lean principles and analytical abilities to optimize processes, eliminate waste, and elevate quality standards.

This is a hands-on role where your passion for manufacturing will shine through as you collaborate with diverse teams to cultivate a culture of excellence.

Responsibilities:

Facilitate Continuous Improvement:

  • Identify and prioritize key improvement opportunities using data analysis, problem-solving techniques, and value stream mapping.
  • Design and implement lean initiatives based on Our Way principles, including Standardized Work and Problem Solving.
  • Teach production teams lean tools and methodologies, fostering a culture of continuous learning and engagement.
  • Analyze process data to identify and eliminate variation, ensuring consistent and predictable outputs.
  • Conduct root cause analysis of quality issues and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
  • Utilize Six Sigma methodologies to drive process improvement and operational efficiency.

Create a Visual Factory:

  • Design and implement visual management systems to track performance metrics, facilitate communication, and empower team ownership.
  • Utilize visual aids and data dashboards to drive real-time decision-making and continuous improvement.
  • Develop and maintain KPI (Key Performance Indicator) boards to monitor and communicate progress.

Champion Change Management:

  • Drive cultural transformation by building buy-in and overcoming resistance to change initiatives.
  • Celebrate successes and measure the impact of improvement efforts to sustain momentum.
  • Lead Kaizen events and continuous improvement workshops to engage employees at all levels.

Qualifications:


Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field or comparable work experience of 5 years in a manufacturing environment.

Proven experience in implementing lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.

Experience leading projects and project teams.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate others.

Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data-driven decision-making.

A proactive and results-oriented approach with a passion for continuous improvement.

Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt) is preferred.



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