What are the responsibilities and job description for the Continuous Improvement Manager position at Venteon?
A Leading Automotive Supplier in the Ft. Wayne, Indiana area needs a Regional Continuous Improvement Manager. This is a Full Time, Permanent, Direct Hire Position offering Competitive Compensation, Bonus Potential, Good Benefits, Paid Holidays and Paid Vacation.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• The Regional Continuous Improvement Manager will work directly for the Assistant Director of Plant Operations to lead improved performance throughout the manufacturing organization. The position will be responsible for driving continuous improvement, cost savings, waste elimination, and value stream optimization. The position will assist the plant operations teams in identifying opportunities and will lead projects through to completion. The position will also be utilized to temporarily cover for the Position of Plant Manager, in the event that openings exist.
• Lead efforts to improve performance on existing plant operations
• Lead efforts to identify and implement cost saving opportunities to achieve LTA targets
• Utilize the following Lean Tools to drive continuous improvement:
• Hoshin Cell Design, Kanban/Pull Systems, 5-S, SMED, Work Combination, Standardized Work, TPS, Value Stream Mapping, Process Mapping, etc.
• Develop and implement SMED approach for the Company's operating system. Institutionalize the program at all Plant Locations. Achieve maximum 15 minute changeovers on all Press types.
• Develop a systematic approach and lead organization to achieve substantial Press throughput improvements to offset growth and delay purchase of additional presses. Achieve the Company's throughput objectives.
• Develop and Facilitate Lean Tools Training for Plant Managers, Production Managers, Area Managers, and Team Leaders
• Work with Plant Managers and Production Managers to develop detailed reports, specifying top downtime cause codes, performance inefficiencies, and the action plans to improve performance.
• Identify and implement New Technologies that result in improved performance and the elimination of waste
• Lead Value Stream mapping initiatives
• Potential for being temporarily assigned to fill open Plant Manager Positions
REQUIREMENTS:
• BA/BS in Engineering related field preferred
• Strong leadership and project management skills and experience
• Ability to work across multiple departments and levels of the organization
Salary : $135,000 - $155,000
