Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Tenneco
Job overview
The CI and Engineer Manager at Tenneco leads strategic improvement initiatives and engineering support to enhance operational excellence, cost savings, and quality in the plant.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves championing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, leading continuous improvement events, overseeing plant engineering functions, ensuring compliance, managing capital projects, leading a small team, and collaborating with plant leadership for strategic planning and production support.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a Bachelor's in Engineering or related field, 5+ years in engineering or manufacturing with leadership experience, knowledge of APQP and PFMEA, preferred Lean/Six Sigma certification, automotive experience is a plus, and skills in problem-solving, project management, and ERP systems.
Work environment and culture
Tenneco emphasizes safety, quality, continuous improvement, and a collaborative, hands-on approach in a smaller plant environment.
Company information
Tenneco is focused on innovation and excellence in Clean Air technology, with a commitment to safety and quality at their North Kansas City plant.
Team overview
The manager leads a small team, fostering development and accountability while collaborating cross-functionally with plant leadership.
Job location and travel
The job is based at Tenneco's North Kansas City plant, involving office and manufacturing environments with occasional flexible hours and exposure to industrial conditions.
Unique job features
The position offers a chance to directly impact plant performance and culture through leadership in continuous improvement and engineering.
Company overview
Tenneco is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of automotive products, specializing in clean air and powertrain technologies. The company generates revenue by supplying original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and the aftermarket with advanced emission control systems, ride performance products, and powertrain solutions. Founded in 1940, Tenneco has a rich history of innovation and expansion, including significant acquisitions like Federal-Mogul in 2018, which bolstered its product portfolio and market presence.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight leadership in continuous improvement and engineering management, emphasizing experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies as these are core to Tenneco's expectations.
Focus on demonstrating your ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage strategic improvement initiatives, and deliver measurable results in productivity, quality, and cost savings.
Apply through multiple channels such as Tenneco's corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and chances of being noticed.
Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in Tenneco's Continuous Improvement and Engineering departments; ice breakers can include asking about recent plant initiatives or expressing interest in how they implement Lean and Six Sigma practices on-site.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords like 'Lean Manufacturing,' '5S,' 'Kaizen,' 'Six Sigma,' 'Value Stream Mapping,' 'PFMEA,' 'APQP,' and 'cross-functional leadership' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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