Continuous Improvement Manager
Dana Canada Corp., Warren, MI, United States
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Leads Warren Plant in lean manufacturing fundamentals.
Coordinates with plant support staff to implement total Lean programs, policies, initiatives as required for product and process development and manufacturing that is in compliance with customer expectations and global standards for DOS.
Help the facility drive improvements in product and process quality, client relationships, and customer service.
Direct customer and internal DOS reporting systems to achieve rapid response to issues, prompt corrective actions and system data accuracy.
Drives customer satisfaction throughout our DOS processes and systems that allow conformance to customer requirements.
Develops and maintain DOS systems that improve the overall lean level within the plant and conforms to requirements of relevant registrations / standards.
Report on facility’s lean status relative to manufactured and assembled products.
Utilizes division lean staff to ensure facility compliance to Dana, and customer quality requirements, including on-site reviews.
Work with Dana DOS Managers to address supplier lean improvement opportunities and robust corrective actions.
Communicate weekly progress, issues, roadblocks and strategies to Plant leadership team.
Education and Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred; and/or additional relevant work experience to offset degree requirement.
Additional Requirements
Experience with TPS preferred
Experience in lean systems; an automotive lean background is preferred but not required
Strong technical background in manufacturing processes, problem solving, and lean methods is a must
Detailed knowledge of international lean systems and requirements
5 or more years of experience in manufacturing industry preferred
Master Black Belt or Black Belt Certification in Six Sigma or Lean Six Sigma Preferred
Our Values
Value Others
Grow Responsibly
Win Together
Nearest Major Market:
Warren
Nearest Secondary Market:
Detroit
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Leads Warren Plant in lean manufacturing fundamentals.
Coordinates with plant support staff to implement total Lean programs, policies, initiatives as required for product and process development and manufacturing that is in compliance with customer expectations and global standards for DOS.
Help the facility drive improvements in product and process quality, client relationships, and customer service.
Direct customer and internal DOS reporting systems to achieve rapid response to issues, prompt corrective actions and system data accuracy.
Drives customer satisfaction throughout our DOS processes and systems that allow conformance to customer requirements.
Develops and maintain DOS systems that improve the overall lean level within the plant and conforms to requirements of relevant registrations / standards.
Report on facility’s lean status relative to manufactured and assembled products.
Utilizes division lean staff to ensure facility compliance to Dana, and customer quality requirements, including on-site reviews.
Work with Dana DOS Managers to address supplier lean improvement opportunities and robust corrective actions.
Communicate weekly progress, issues, roadblocks and strategies to Plant leadership team.
Education and Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred; and/or additional relevant work experience to offset degree requirement.
Additional Requirements
Experience with TPS preferred
Experience in lean systems; an automotive lean background is preferred but not required
Strong technical background in manufacturing processes, problem solving, and lean methods is a must
Detailed knowledge of international lean systems and requirements
5 or more years of experience in manufacturing industry preferred
Master Black Belt or Black Belt Certification in Six Sigma or Lean Six Sigma Preferred
Our Values
Value Others
Grow Responsibly
Win Together
Nearest Major Market:
Warren
Nearest Secondary Market:
Detroit
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