Education

Industrial Engineer degree, preferred Supply Chain or Operations degree, preferred Remove master’s degree

Trainings

Green or black belt in six sigma, preferred TPS or TPM, preferred Lean manufacturing (i.e., 5S, Waste), preferred Value Stream Mapping, preferred Problem solving tools, preferred Project management, preferred

Experience

Minimum 5 years in similar role

Skills

Proficient in analyzing Profit & Loss (P&L) statements to identify performance gaps and improvement opportunities Skilled in establishing, measuring, and tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive operational performance Strong follow-up discipline to ensure timely implementation and completion of improvement projects Confident in conducting difficult conversations to address project delays and remove roadblocks Experienced in leading and delivering training sessions across various levels of the organization Committed to fostering and sustaining a culture of continuous improvement Highly motivated with a strong drive to achieve daily progress and measurable results Organized and methodical with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively Capable of preparing and presenting results and improvement initiatives to senior leadership

Responsibilities:

Utilize various tools (e.g., data analytics, root cause analysis, WAVE) to collect data and prioritize improvement projects that directly impact financial performance. Analyze downtime data to identify root causes and lead cross-functional teams to implement sustainable solutions. Conduct regular project review meetings to ensure progress, accountability, and alignment with site goals. Facilitate and sustain 5S initiatives across all areas to drive workplace organization and efficiency. Lead Kaizen events to engage employees and capture actionable improvement ideas. Learn and apply Tenneco’s Clean Sheet methodology; conduct workshops to identify cost-saving and process optimization opportunities. Collaborate closely with site leadership to identify, prioritize, and execute impactful improvement projects that support operational excellence.