Job Description IFA North America is searching for a high impact and results driven individual to partner with a diverse group of manufacturing professionals. A Manufacturing Excellence Lead for IFA North America will implement, lead, and deliver the IFA North America (IFNA) operational excellence program. Specifically, the role requires application of manufacturing excellence knowledge as direct, lead and support multidisciplinary improvement processes that require evaluation, planning, implementation and follow up. Influence, persuasion, coaching, and training are key skills the incumbent will need to excel with these skills to be effective in a cross-functional team setting. This is matrix reporting relationship position where the incumbent reports directly to the Plant Manager and collaborates heavily with the Continuous Improvement team, whom also reports to the Plant Manager. This position does not have direct reports. We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources Request Form (https://airtable.com/app21VjYyxLDIX0ez/shrOg4IQS1J6dRiMo) . The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) . To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/ . Skills and Requirements Required Education and Experience  Bachelors degree required, masters degree preferred. Master studies, preferably in the field of mechanical/industrial engineering or equal education/study with advanced business knowledge  At least 3 to 5 years of experience in leading manufacturing areas like continuous improvement execution, operations management and / or production management ideally in transformation environments  A high level of education and experience in the field of manufacturing (Lean Management, Toyota Production System, Six Sigma, WCM, etc.) with the ability to implement suitable tools and methods  Familiar with the use of controlling instruments, such as P&L analysis, in order to identify the necessary levers for improvements  Willingness to travel if required Automotive null We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.