Factory CI Manager

ITM Strategy and Roadmap

• Execute the BU and Hub ITM strategy at the factory level through a site-specific CI roadmap.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement Strategy Deployment, Obeya, Factory Standard Work, and Daily Management systems.

• Facilitate development of objectives, KPIs, action plans, and improvement funnels.

CI Projects and Programs

• Lead cost reduction, productivity, and Kaizen initiatives to achieve business targets.

• Support the use of RELEX for tracking improvement projects and performance.

• Drive sustainable results through structured problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies.

ITM Framework and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with ITM governance standards, internal controls, and operational requirements.

• Integrate HSE and Quality Management systems into the ITM framework.

• Conduct maturity assessments and implement actions to improve process adherence and operational excellence.

Customer Focus / Voice of the Customer

• Incorporate customer feedback into improvement initiatives and problem-solving activities.

• Support actions that enhance customer satisfaction and operational performance.

Performance Management

• Drive improvements in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Cost metrics.

• Lead cost-out projects, Kaizen events, and KPI management using ITM tools and RELEX reporting.

• Foster employee ownership and engagement in performance improvement initiatives.

CI Culture

• Champion a culture of continuous improvement through Lean and ITM methodologies, including 5S, TPM, Value Stream Mapping, Daily Management, and Kaizen.

• Promote coaching, accountability, employee engagement, and organizational capability development.

• Lead ITM implementation and maturity advancement across the factory.

Savings and Benefits Analysis (ROI)

• Track, calculate, and report savings and benefits from CI initiatives and Kaizen events.

• Ensure improvement activities align with business objectives and deliver measurable financial impact.

CI Training

• Build organizational CI capability through training, coaching, and implementation of ITM and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on ITM tools, processes, and best practices.

People Leadership and Development

• Lead, coach, and develop the factory ITM team.

• Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning to ensure effective adoption of ITM practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Continuous Improvement, Lean, or Operational Excellence roles, including at least 2 years of leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.

• Black Belt-level expertise in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

• Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills, with the ability to develop teams and build Continuous Improvement capabilities.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience with KPI management, ROI analysis, and root cause problem-solving.

• Effective communication, presentation, and facilitation skills, with the ability to lead workshops and engage stakeholders across all levels of the organization.