Manager - Continuous Improvement

2 weeks ago


Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India CIRCOR International, Inc. Full time ₹ 15,00,000 - ₹ 20,00,000 per year

Job Description and Responsibilities

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCUTRE

BUSINESS: CIRCOR - Industrial

LOCATION: Coimbatore, India

DIRECT REPORTING: Director - Operations

FUNCTIONAL REPORTING: NA

Position Summary

  • The Continuous Improvement person is responsible for the planning and execution of site improvement projects (Lean & Six-Sigma) to fulfill the strategic objectives of the business.
  • This leader will support the site by leading the Business Unit's continuous improvement through the planning and implementation of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Partners with site & group leadership to lead the transformation to a culture of operational excellence, environmental, health, & safety, and continuous improvement.
  • Delivers practical, hands-on training to associates on Lean manufacturing tools to eliminate waste in all administrative, manufacturing and support functions.
  • Measures and reports progress for group level activities on an on-going basis.

Principal Activities

  • Plans, manages, and directs the overall continuous improvement program and activities of the company.
  • Lead the CIRCOR Operating System (COS) implementation at site and achieve the Highest level of Excellence
  • Develop Problem solving culture across the organization
  • Create Hoshin Kanri strategic planning tool for the company wide objectives
  • Coordinates the deployment of Lean and Six Sigma methods for value creation and waste elimination
  • Analyze the gaps in achieving the goals and coach the team members in bridging the shortfall
  • Advises, coaches, mentors cross-functional teams and other personnel in the fundamental value creation and waste removal tools
  • Provide for team and individual training in support of continuous improvement objectives and the execution of chartered projects.
  • Manage budget, cost, schedule and rate of return for continuous improvement activities within the division.
  • Communicate clearly (written and oral) with customers, people and partners.
  • Participates in preparation of Business case proposals as required.
  • Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization.

Requirements

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

  • Strong leadership ability and presence while working in a team matrix organization
  • Positive and upbeat personality focused on driving forward even in the face of challenges
  • High ethical standards. Models and supports organization's goals and values; adapts to changing conditions; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles
  • Excellent communication skills to lead and support empowered employees within a matrix structure
  • Strong project and budget management skills to implement business unit plans and monitor performance to plan. Ability to prioritize, balance, and manage multiple efforts with strong results/goal orientation
  • Strong analytical skills and solution-driven thinking. Able to use large amounts of data to make strategic decisions. Passion for data, analysis, trends, reporting and technology. Presents numerical data effectively
  • Demonstrated lean manufacturing and improvement strategy development and implementation
  • Ability to communicate effectively across mediums, audiences, and situations. Includes internal and external audiences, and higher and lower company positions. Includes training and instruction
  • Expert knowledge of Excel, and strong knowledge of Word, Power Point, Project, and other applicable tools
  • EH&S experience, preferably at a factory business, with knowledge of regulatory requirements.
  • Experience in conducting audits and implementation of EH&S managements systems

Education & Experience

  • Graduate degree in Engineering / Technology preferably Mechanical. Lean / Six Sigma Black-belt preferred with demonstrated project success
  • 15 years of progressive materials, manufacturing and operations team leadership experience. Must have successfully led multiple Kaizen events within a manufacturing environment.
  • Good understanding of financial measurements and goals

CIRCOR is an EEO Employer of Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities



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