Lear Corporation's Pruszków plant is part of the Thermal Comfort System Division and manufactures massage and comfort systems for car seats.
Continuous Improvement Manager
Responsibilities :
- Implement, maintain, develop and improve processes and systems related to Continuous Improvement and Industry 4.0
- Coordinate and drive continuous improvement throughout the operational facility as well as commercial functions.
- Focus on business performance that constantly strives to improve safety, quality, delivery and costs; eliminate waste, improve customer satisfaction, and increase market share via the use of Lean tools and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Drive change within the organization by training / mentoring to all levels within the operational facility on the use and practice of C.I. methodology and tools.
- Works closely with AME team and Engineering team to develop automation, Industry 4.0 initiatives, controls and process standards.
- Makes key contributions and recommendations toward the industry 4.0 playbook aligned to corporate direction.
- Promotes the wider development of Industry 4.0 amongst the Lear workforce sharing and implementing actions and strategies.
- Identify and drive operational improvements at all levels utilizing a very “hands on” approach to creating value.
- Coordinate Continuous Improvement projects.
- Develop a culture of continuous improvement and lean thinking.
Requirements :
Higher education (engineering preferred).A minimum of 4 years’ experience in leadership role within Continuous Improvement in a production company, automotive will be an asset.Experience with Industry 4.0 initiatives.Knowledge of VAVE / Lean / Six Sigma and its practical usage.Relevant Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma tools and techniques (DoE, DMAIC, DFSS, root cause analysis etc...).Experience with IATF-16949 and ISO 14001 will be a plus.Experience with people leadership.Fluent in English & Polish both written and spoken.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Very good organizational and time-management skills.Facilitation skills with a high focus on solutions.We offer :
Managerial package (yearly bonus, company car).Internal and external trainings, including the possibility to attend an English or German language course.Private medical care.Possibility of group life insurance.Co-financing of the Multisport card.Co-financing of meals.Free parking.