lean manufacturing manager

Industrial Electric Manufacturing

<div><div><p><b>About IEM</b></p>
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Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom power distribution systems in North America. Founded more than 75 years ago in Fremont, California, IEM grew alongside Silicon Valley and today operates over 1.7 million square feet of manufacturing capacity. With $1B+ in annual sales and 10,000+ commissioned projects across technology, data centers, commercial, energy, utilities, healthcare, industrial, and infrastructure markets, IEM continues to deliver exceptional product quality, dependable service, and the flexibility to meet complex technical requirements at scale.</p></div><p><b>
Job Summary:</b></p>
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The Operations Manager<i> </i>is responsible for end-to-end ownership of the production value stream, driving operational performance, efficiency, and continuous improvement while ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and customer expectations.</p>
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This role is accountable for meeting key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and efficiency while fostering a data-driven, bottom-up problem-solving culture. They will lead a cross-functional production team, ensuring that workflow optimization, resource utilization, and Lean manufacturing principles are effectively applied to drive operational excellence.</p>
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This position collaborates closely with Planning, Materials, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance to optimize processes, resolve bottlenecks, and implement continuous improvement initiatives that support long-term business growth.</p><br>
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Essential Functions:</b></p>
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<li>KPI Ownership &amp; Performance Management: Own, monitor, and drive improvement in key performance indicators (KPIs) including on-time delivery (OTD), first-pass yield (FPY), defects per unit (DPU), safety incidents, and cost efficiency within the value stream.</li>
<li>Lead Daily Operations: Oversee daily production activities, ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with production schedules, quality standards, and operational goals.</li>
<li>Team Leadership &amp; Accountability: Manage and develop a cross-functional team including production, quality, materials, and maintenance. Set expectations, provide coaching, and ensure accountability at all levels.</li>
<li>Production Scheduling &amp; Efficiency: Partner with Production Planning and Materials teams to align demand with capacity, ensuring a balanced workflow, efficient material usage, and optimized labor deployment.</li>
<li>Data-Driven Problem Solving: Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for operational issues, using tools such as Pareto analysis, A3 problem-solving, and process mapping to drive improvements.</li>
<li>Continuous Improvement &amp; Lean Implementation: Champion Lean manufacturing principles, eliminating waste and driving efficiency through 5S, Kaizen, Standard Work, and Value Stream Mapping (VSM) initiatives.</li>
<li>Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams to identify and resolve design, process, or equipment issues affecting production.</li>
<li>Compliance &amp; Safety: Ensure adherence to safety policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. Champion a culture of zero injuries and high-quality production.</li></ul><br>
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Qualifications:</b></p>
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Education &amp; Experience:</p>
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<li>Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, Industrial Technology, or a related field.</li>
<li>Minimum Required: 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing leadership, such as Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Manager, or Value Stream Leadership roles.</li>
<li>Proven track record of improving KPIs (e.g., cycle time reduction, FPY improvements, DPU reductions, or cost-saving initiatives).</li>
</ul>
<p>Certifications (Preferred, but Not Required):</p>
<ul>
<li>Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher) preferred.</li>
<li>Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.</li>
<li>APICS, CPIM, or other supply chain-related certification is a plus for materials-heavy value streams.</li>
</ul>
<p>Skills &amp; Competencies:</p>
<ul>
<li>Leadership &amp; Team Development: Proven ability to develop, coach, and manage cross-functional teams, ensuring accountability and engagement.</li>
<li>Data-Driven Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with experience in using KPIs, root cause analysis, and Lean tools to drive decision-making.</li>
<li>Process Optimization: Hands-on experience in Lean manufacturing, value stream mapping, waste elimination, and production workflow optimization.</li>
<li>Communication &amp; Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to communicate effectively with shop floor teams, peers, and senior leadership, ensuring alignment across the organization.</li>
<li>Time Management &amp; Prioritization: Strong ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.</li>
<li>Technical Proficiency: Experience with ERP/MRP systems (INFOR/Syteline a plus), Tableau, and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) for reporting and data analysis.</li></ul><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Why Join IEM</b></p>
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At IEM, you'll join a team that powers some of the world's most ambitious projects. We're engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things&mdash;come be part of the journey.</p>
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Learn more about IEM at https://www.iemfg.com</p>
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We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success. View a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careers</p>
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Recruiting Scams</b></p>
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Beware of recruiting scams. IEM never charges candidates fees, and all recruiter emails come from an @iemfg.com address. If you suspect fraudulent activity, do not share personal information and report it to us at iemfg.com/contact</p>
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Non-Discrimination Statement</b></p>
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IEM does not discriminate against any applicant based on any characteristic protected by law.</p>
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Privacy</b></p>
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Information collected and processed as part of your IEM Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to IEM's Workforce Member Privacy Policy.</p></div></div>

Operations Manager (First Shift)

Maker's Pride

<b>Job Summary:</b><br>
The CI Manager is responsible for driving sustainable Process Improvements in the facility by delivering breakthrough results in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Morale. The CI Manager works closely with plant leadership, Regional CI, and department employees to achieve results. This position requires strong technical, Lean Manufacturing, and hands-on leadership skills to drive cultural change in the plant.
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<b>Job Duties:</b><b>Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:</b><br>
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<li>Leads, facilitates, and coaches full week Kaizen events to drive sustainable improvements</li>
<li>Coach Point Kaizen facilitators through prework, the event, and sustainment</li>
<li>Works closely with Plant CI team and CI Champions to:</li>
<li>Develop and execute improvement action plans</li>
<li>Executes and improves Center lining, SMED, and other various heatmaps to drive improvement within the facility</li>
<li>Build an employee engaged work environment</li>
<li>Provide and teach CI tools to CI and Non-CI employees</li>
<li>Ability to perform theory of constraints analysis, identify the constraint, and implement practical and effective solutions to improving throughput.</li>
<li>Establishes and drives productivity pipeline roadmaps across departments and facility.</li>
<li>Tracks and analyzes the CI initiatives including driving the cost savings program for the site to meet annual cost savings target.</li>
<li>Working knowledge of P&L/financial acumen to course correct CI plans based on weekly financial and P&L results as needed, identify cost savings, and to track effectiveness of lean activities.</li>
<li>Understands and drives the use of SAP tools to understand the needs of the plant.</li>
<li>Responsible for implementing and coaching HPS tools to improve all areas of plants.</li>
<li>Build cultural Lean change throughout the plant.</li>
<li>Leverage resources and share best practices across multiple plants when possible.</li>
<li>Facilitate and coach RCA tools and methodology to drive waste out of the process.</li>
<li>Work with customers, suppliers and all levels of management staff.</li>
<li>Responsible for managing multiple projects concurrently.</li>
<li>Ensure the facility implements and maintains Continuous Improvement initiatives.</li>
</ul>
<b>Required Competencies & Knowledge:</b><br>
Knowledge and experience with SAP
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<li>The CI Manager should possess extensive technical skills and hands-on experience in continuous improvement manufacturing activities</li>
<li>Bias for action, change agent, challenging the status quo to drive to operations excellence</li>
<li>Strong will to drive change and influence without authority</li>
<li>Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work with autonomy.</li>
<li>Must be accurate, detail-oriented and maintain the utmost confidentiality.</li>
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<b>Ability To:</b><br>
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<li>Ability to effectively present information to employees, top management, public groups and/or board of directors.</li>
<li>Ability to define problems, collect and calculate data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.</li>
<li>Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.</li>
<li>Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram and/or schedule form.</li>
<li>Ability to work well with others in stressful situations and meet deadlines as necessary.</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, while at the same time making sound decisions.</li>
<li>Must have a strong will to drive change and sustain.</li>
</ul>
<b>Proficiency In:</b><br>
MS Office Suite, Excel, and PowerPoint
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<b>Work Environment:</b><br>
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<li>Maintain harmonious working relations with employees from all departments.</li>
<li>Maintain harmonious working relations with management from all levels.</li>
<li>Communicate effectively with all employees and management.</li>
</ul>
<b>Physical Requirements:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>Ability to use and reach throughout the day; hands, fingers, arms, stand, walk, climb and/or balance approximately.</li>
<li>Ability to see, hear and talk.</li>
<li>Ability to work in light to moderate noise levels.</li>
<li>Ability to work across multiple shifts.</li>
</ul>
<b>Minimum Qualifications:</b><br>
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<li>Bachelor’s Degree preferred, ideally in Engineering, Business or Operations.</li>
<li>Bakery experience a strong plus</li>
<li>2 (two) – 3 (three) years’ experience in the Continuous Improvement</li>
<li>1 (one) – 2 (two) years’ in a manufacturing environment, preferred</li>
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Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CI Manager

Graham Packaging Company

<div>Company Statement: Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life. For employees at Graham, our Blue Culture is part of their everyday lives, too. In other words, Blue is how we do things here. At Graham, we are united by a clear vision. We know our part and help those around us know theirs, encouraging one another to continuously improve. We create a safe, challenging environment to innovate by supporting creative ideas and new ways of thinking. We take the initiative to cultivate our individual growth and help others do the same, while keeping ourselves and one another accountable. And we actively promote cooperation, collaboration, integrity and respect across regions and teams to foster an engaged, diverse and connected workforce. We value our employees, and a Blue Culture allows for the most rewarding employee experience as part of the Graham family. Blue is how we feel about what we do&mdash;together&mdash;to create a better tomorrow. Working at Graham means you lead constructively with clear goals, use diverse thinking to drive excellence, accountability, innovation, as well as demonstrating collaboration, embracing learning, and taking action for continuous improvement and growth. Overview:
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Summary
</div><div>Graham Packaging is seeking a dynamic and multidisciplinary Continuous Improvement Manager to optimize plant systems, production line and equipment performance, and product quality. The Continuous Improvement Manager will be skilled in assessing and diagnosing the root causes of problems that lead to defective products, production yield loss and reduced productive uptime. The Continuous Improvement Manager will work with plants to develop and manage A3 projects to systematically address the Pareto of improvement opportunities using Lean tools and the Graham Operational Excellence (OPEX) continuous improvement process. The Continuous Improvement Manager will be knowledgeable in the fundamentals of lean manufacturing including reduction of variability, waste elimination, and theory of constraints to drive continuous improvement. The position, regionally based, has CI responsibility for the Graham network of plants. Each CI has a focus area such as Rapid Change-Over, DOE / FMEA &amp; 8D Complex Problem Solving, Graham Operating System &ndash; CI Element, Yield &amp; Materials Kaizen, and Intelligent Factory.</div>
Responsibilities:
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
</div><div>The Continuous Improvement Manager&rsquo;s responsibilities are to:</div><ul><li>
Use observation, questioning and data measurement to fully understand and categorize yield and uptime issues.</li><li>
Identify and eliminate sources of variation that lead to changes to the Standard Operating Condition (SOC).</li><li>
Facilitate problem solving to root cause elimination and permanent reduction of variance.</li><li>
Analyze lines for constraints and bottlenecks to achieve continuous flow.</li><li>
Advocate for the Voice of the Customer (VOC) via process capability and defect elimination.</li><li>
Assess standard work artifacts and training to identify the origin of production flow issues.</li><li>
Contract or otherwise coordinate third parties to perform equipment or system assessments.</li><li>
Conduct timing and point of loss yield studies to identify the loss Pareto.</li><li>
Perform data analysis and prepare written reports in order make visible the true nature of problems and opportunities.</li><li>
Develop a detailed root cause analysis for each problem, where each root cause is validated through testing, i.e. the condition or defect can be turned on or off.</li><li>
Develop countermeasures that could range from basic problem containment to system repair to equipment replacement.</li><li>
Generate and communicate implementation plans using Gantt charts and work breakdown structures.</li><li>
Coordinate central Operations &amp; Engineering resources or third parties to staff implementation plans as necessary.</li><li>
Formulate strategic improvement hypotheses within the A3 Thinking process.</li><li>
Facilitate Problem Solving by leveraging/modeling the DMAIC process and Kaizen.</li><li>
Lead Daily Management processes to validate that actions lead to desired performance improvements.</li><li>
Support deployment of Lean tools such as 5S, Visual Factory Aids, SMED concepts, VSM, VOC and Poke Yoke to improve plant safety, quality and throughput performance.</li><li>
Proactively seek problems for resolution and quantify the anticipated benefit of solving each particular problem.</li><li>
Follow through to assess and report on achieving desired improvements.</li><li>
Ensure appropriate standard work is developed and in place to minimize problem reoccurrence.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
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Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
</b></div><ul><li>BS degree in Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing related</li><li>
Experience in an structured problem solving and continuous improvement mindset workplace</li><li>
At least 7 years of experience working in plant operations in multi-line manufacturing plant</li><li>
Experienced working in the plastics industry</li></ul><div><b>
Core Proficiencies and Skills</b></div><ul><li>
The following skills and proficiencies are essential requirements of the position:</li><li>
Strong understanding of Operational Excellence, Lean principals, statistics and data analysis.</li><li>
Rapid Changeover implementation experience using Lean tools, Standard Work, and Project Management tools</li><li>
Proficient applying DMAIC or PDCA continuous improvement methodologies.</li><li>
Deep knowledge in production line flow, yield and uptime analysis for improvement.</li><li>
Knowledge of line design that optimizes line uptime i.e. throughput, queueing, accumulation and bottleneck analysis.</li><li>
Skilled applying manual line measurements (e.g. Tic Charts) and other data collection methods and measurement methods to understand unit flow and loss characteristics</li><li>
Experienced in optimizing the performance of:</li></ul><div>
 o Factory systems and line process inputs</div><div>
 o Information flow</div><div>
 o Raw materials flow, conveyance, blending, and drying systems</div><div>
 o Blow Molder lines for throughput</div><div>
 o Injection Molding lines for capability</div><div>
 o Quality systems for defect elimination</div><div>
 o EHS systems for a safe working environment</div><div>
 o Operational systems for waste elimination</div><div>
 o People development for engagement and ownership</div><ul><li>
Skilled in facilitation of Problem solving including 8D, FMEA, Kaizen, Lean tools</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills</li><li>
Strong coaching, mentoring skills</li></ul>
Compensation Statement: The expected salary range for the position described in this posting is made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience. Benefits Statement: Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company&rsquo;s 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements. EEO Disclaimer: Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.</div>

Plant Continuous Improvement Manager: SO1006

Remidio

<div><div><b>ABOUT THE COMPANY:</b></div><div>
Remidio is a global pioneer in AI-driven eye care, transforming healthcare with innovative ophthalmic equipment. As India&rsquo;s first to secure CDSCO approval for adaptive ophthalmic AI and CE marking under EU-MDR, we lead early detection of diseases like diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and AMD, with ambitions to address systemic conditions like CVD and CKD. Our FDA-registered devices have screened over 16 million patients across 40+ countries, delivering fast, precise diagnoses. Founded 15 years ago with a vision to democratize preventive care, Remidio combines innovation and empathy to make quality healthcare accessible worldwide.</div><div></div><div><b>
Responsibilities:</b></div><div><b>
1. Operational Excellence and Lean Manufacturing:</b></div><ul><li>
Develop and execute manufacturing strategies aligned with lean principles to optimize efficiency and minimize waste.</li><li>
Utilize Six Sigma methodologies to drive process improvements, reduce variability, and enhance product quality.</li><li>
Champion initiatives to streamline workflows, reduce cycle times, and maximize resource utilization without compromising quality.</li></ul><div><b>
2. Team Leadership and Development:</b></div><ul><li>
Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement among production teams, leveraging advanced technology integration.</li><li>
Provide strong leadership, guidance, and mentorship to ensure team cohesion, professional growth, and performance excellence.</li><li>
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, supply chain, and quality assurance teams to achieve operational goals and deliver exceptional results.</li></ul><div><b>
3. Regulatory Compliance and Quality Management:</b></div><ul><li>
Ensure manufacturing processes strictly adhere to FDA, CE, and ISO 13485 regulations and standards.</li><li>
Implement robust Quality Management Systems (QMS) to uphold the highest standards of product quality and compliance.</li><li>
Lead regulatory audits and inspections, driving continuous improvement in quality systems and processes.</li></ul><div><b>
4.Technology Integration and Innovation:</b></div><ul><li>
Identify and integrate advanced manufacturing technologies to improve production processes and product quality.</li><li>
Drive initiatives for the adoption of best in Industry practices to enhance manufacturing efficiency and real-time data analytics.</li><li>
Lead pilot projects for new technologies and processes, ensuring scalability and alignment with strategic objectives.</li></ul><div><b>
5. Target Delivery and Supply Chain Management:</b></div><ul><li>
Collaborate closely with procurement and supply chain teams to optimize inventory management and ensure timely availability of materials.</li><li>
Develop and monitor production schedules to meet target delivery timelines while maintaining high standards of product quality and compliance.</li></ul><div><b>
6.Health, Safety, and Environmental Stewardship:</b></div><ul><li>
Uphold rigorous safety standards and environmental regulations within the manufacturing environment.</li><li>
Promote a culture of safety, sustainability, and responsibility among team members and stakeholders.</li></ul><div><b>
Requirements:</b></div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering (mechanical/Electrical/Biomedical),Manufacturing, or related Field</li><li>
Minimum of 8 years&rsquo; experience in medical device manufacturing, with a strong background in ISO 13485, FDA, CE regulations, CDSCO and quality management.</li><li>
Proven leadership experience in a managerial role, demonstrating success in driving operational excellence and team performance.</li><li>
Expertise in Six Sigma methodologies and their application to improve manufacturing processes and product quality.</li><li>
Strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to continuous improvement.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Preferable a medical manufacturing background but not necessary. We are open to candidate with strong manufacturing background.</div></div>

Manager - Production

CARVANA

<div><p><b>About Carvana</b></p>
<p>
At Carvana, we sell cars but we aren't car salesmen. Our promise is simple: we won't sell a car to a customer that we wouldn't sell to our own Mom. Period. To make sure our car's are in<br>
first-rate condition, we've built multiple vehicle Reconditioning Centers around the country, where our cars are inspected, perfected, and photographed before reaching the Carvana website. Using our Carvana Certified 150-point inspection process, we're able to verify that every vehicle meets our rigorous mechanical and cosmetic standards. We strive to provide only the highest quality vehicles to our customers in our mission to deliver a no-hassle, better car buying experience. We are actively looking for passionate and talented individuals who can help us deliver on that promise.</p>
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Think you've got what it takes to join our team? Keep reading below to see what we're looking for!</p><br>
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Position Overview:</b></p>
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This is a supervisory position in an Inspection Center overseeing a team carrying out daily operations within a Carvana Inspection Center.. The Reconditioning Manager oversees all aspects of the vehicle reconditioning process and directs at least five leads and up to 70 front line associates in a lean manufacturing environment. This role will be responsible for maintaining a culture of continuous improvement and high associate engagement while meeting quality, production, and cost objectives.</p>
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This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.</p><p><br>
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What you'll be doing:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Oversee day-to-day operations within the Inspection Center.</li>
<li>Provide mentoring and accountability to direct reports and succession planning through appropriate coaching, leadership development and training, and performance management.</li>
<li>Participate in the development and execution of strategic plans, goals, and objectives, ensuring alignment with those of the company.</li>
<li>Ensure adherence to operating standards, systems, policies, procedures, and performance standards.</li>
<li>Create a work and team environment that inspires positive communication, team cohesion, and adherence to Carvana's Values.</li>
<li>Maintain supervisory staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.</li>
<li>Ensure progression path training and certification processes are consistently executed.</li>
<li>Train and mentor leads and associates by providing competency-based feedback.</li>
<li>Ensure adequate production capacity levels for each line and assist with production planning.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with all health and safety and loss prevention guidelines.</li>
<li>Provide vision and guidance to the reconditioning team in meeting performance metrics.</li>
<li>Positively reinforce and engage the team regarding quality, production and cost objectives.</li>
<li>Participate in and lead problem solving and continuous improvement efforts.</li></ul><br>
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<b>What the job requires:</b></p>
<p>
To be able to do your job at Carvana, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you.</p>
<ul>
<li>5 years of management experience either in automotive or a lean manufacturing environment.</li>
<li>Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.</li>
<li>Experience leading and developing associates.</li>
<li>Proven ability to obtain project deliverables and company metrics.</li>
<li>Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.</li>
<li>Must be at least 18 years of age.</li>
<li>Valid unrestricted driver's license with a clean driving record in the last 3 years.</li>
<li>Ability to maintain high volume and high-quality content in a fast-paced environment.</li>
<li>Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.</li>
<li>Ability to work with and through teams to achieve results</li>
<li>Strong analysis and decision making ability.</li>
<li>Proficient computer skills.</li>
<li>Ability to work overtime and on weekends.</li>
<li>Ability to walk up to three miles each day.</li>
<li>Requires standing for extended periods of time with frequent stretching, reaching, walking, stooping, pushing, and/or pulling in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, and wet and may have fumes or odors due to vehicle maintenance.</li>
<li>Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds independently; majority of lifting from knee to shoulder heights; other lifting required from various levels.</li>
<li>Requires use of safety equipment and PPO that may include but not limited to face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment.</li>
</ul>
<p>This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.</p><br>
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Legal stuff</b></p>
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Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.</p>
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Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.</p></div>

Shop Foreman - Heath (2nd Shift)

TE Connectivity

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>Establishes program metrics, monitors the programs and projects to improve products and processes, and aligns them with the business strategies.</p>
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Responsibilities</b></div>
</div><div><ul><li>The role will support activities undergoing TEOA transformations at the site as prioritized at the Critical Projects Review aligned with the plant deployment strategy and the start level target evolution and certification.</li>
<li>Account for Monthly reporting of TEOA KPIs</li>
<li>Support and mentor site based TEOA Practitioners / Kaizen Facilitators to enable them to succeed in the TEOA deployment.</li>
<li>Manage and control individual project teams and deployment plans at both site and functional levels.</li>
<li>Develop skill levels of practitioners and other site personnel in order to implement and sustain TEOA.</li>
<li>Monitor progress against plans and achievement of continuous improvement and progression to higher star assessment levels &amp; Strategy deployment target</li>
<li>Monitor and report site level measurements and performance to star assessment levels.</li>
<li>Lead the value stream project teams, develop value stream maps and execute the TEOA implementation plan for specific value streams to achieve the plant level TEOA metrics and goals whilst ensuring alignment to the business unit strategy.</li>
<li>Create, plan, drive and follow-up of the TEOA implementation plan and ensure TEOA actions are visual to stakeholders and are driven to a sustainable closure.</li>
<li>Facilitate TEOA Kaizen events throughout the site.</li>
<li>Analyze inventory turnover, WIP levels, and material availability issues &amp; through collaboration with supply chain team Implement Lean inventory systems: Kanban, Supermarket Pull, Two-bin, and JIT.</li>
<li>Provide leadership on lean thinking, lean processing, and lean production.</li>
<li>Train team members, management, and staff in all TEOA Foundations, TEOA and Center Of Excellence tools.</li>
<li>Support and follow the Digital Factory Tools implementation and usage.</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>Education and Knowledge
</b></div></div><div><ul><li>BE/ B.Tech (Mechanical / Production / Automotive Engineering)</li>
<li>Previous Experience &amp; Deep understanding of Lean tools and methodologies.</li>
<li>Six Sigma Green Belt trained with Strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills as well as good business acumen is essential. Able to convey complex ideas clearly and influence.</li>
<li>Adaptable, flexible and responsive in a rapidly-changing, process-improvement synergy-focused environment</li>
<li>Excellent coaching skills at all levels from the shop floor to top management</li>
<li>Knowledge in wiring harness, plastic injection molding, metal stamping processes will be an added advantage</li>
<li>Proficiency in layout planning tools (AutoCAD etc.) is a plus</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>Critical Experience
</b></div></div><div><ul><li>Minimum of 8-10 years of hands on experience in Automotive industry</li>
<li>Deep understanding of Lean tools and methodologies</li>
<li>Atleast Green Belt Six Sigma trained with Strong analytical &amp; Problem Solving Skill</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>Competencies</b></div>
</div><div><div>Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork</div></div></div></div>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><p><b>ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY</b></p>
<p>
TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.</p>
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Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).</p><br>
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WHAT TE CONNECTIVITY OFFERS:</b><br>
We are pleased to offer you an exciting total package that can also be flexibly adapted to changing life situations - the well-being of our employees is our top priority!</p>
<ul><li>Competitive Salary Package</li><li>Performance-Based Bonus Plans</li><li>Health and Wellness Incentives</li><li>Employee Stock Purchase Program</li><li>Community Outreach Programs / Charity Events</li><li>Employee Resource Group</li></ul><br>
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IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD</b><br>
TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity <b>never requests payment or fees</b> from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come <b>only from </b><b>actual</b><b> email addresses ending in @te.com</b>. If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.</p>
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Across our global sites and business units, we put together packages of benefits that are either supported by TE itself or provided by external service providers. In principle, the benefits offered can vary from site to site.</p><br>
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</div></div></div></div><div><div><p><b>Job Locations:</b></p>
</div></div><div><div><div><div><p>PLOT NO 2, GAT NOS 1129, 1140,1295, 1296,<br>
PUNE, Mahārāshtra 412801<br>
India</p><br>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Posting City: </b>PUNE
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Country: </b>India
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Travel Required: </b>Less than 10%
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Requisition ID: </b>147837
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</b></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>External Careers Page: </b>Continuous Improvement</div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div>

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT ANALYST III

Diageo

<div><div>Job Description :</div><div>
Job Title<br>
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General Manager - Productivity, Manufacturing</div><div>
About US:<br>
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With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, we&rsquo;re the world&rsquo;s leading premium drinks company. Bring your passion and use your curiosity as you explore, collaborate, and innovate to build brands consumers love. Together with passionate people from all over the world, you&rsquo;ll test new ideas, learn and grow, and unlock a brighter, more exciting future.</div><div>
About the Function:</div><div>
Our Supply Chain and Manufacturing team are problem-solvers, sourcing, producing, and delivering our much-loved brands to delight customers around the globe. Over half of Diageo&rsquo;s 30,000+ people work in Supply Chain and Manufacturing. It&rsquo;s an intricate and sophisticated operation that&rsquo;s the product of logistical, manufacturing, and technical collaborations.</div><div>
Our teams in 100 sites in over 30 countries cover production facilities, supplier relationships, customer collaborations and third-party agreements. We&rsquo;re committed to realising our &lsquo;Society 2030: Spirit of Progress&rsquo; goals, to protect the environment and support our farmers and suppliers. Whatever your skills and experience, we&rsquo;ll help you to thrive in our inclusive culture.</div><div>
About the Role<br>
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Job Title:</div><div>
General Manager - Productivity, Manufacturing</div><div>
Level:</div><div>
4B</div><div>
# Direct Reports:</div><div>
1</div><div>
# Indirect Reports:</div><div>
0</div><div>
Business Unit:</div><div>
Diageo India</div><div>
Primary Location:</div><div>
Bengaluru</div><div>
Reports To:</div><div>
Vice President - Manufacturing</div><div>
Employment Type:</div><div>
Permanent - Full Time</div><div>
Context/Scope:</div><div>
The Make Productivity role supports productivity improvements and continuous improvement across all manufacturing sites. The role involves identification and execution of cost-saving projects, performance tracking. It requires coordination with unit teams, finance, and other enabling functions to ensure alignment and validation of savings.<br>
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The role is a key enabler of the manufacturing strategy by driving operational efficiency, lean execution, and sustainable cost reduction.</div><div>
Purpose of Position</div><div>
To lead productivity project implementation across units, monitor pipeline performance, support cultural transformation, and ensure high-quality data tracking and reporting aligned with global systems. This role will act as a key driver of analytics-based decision-making for manufacturing cost optimization.</div><div>
Decision Making Authority</div><div>
Decision Expected</div><div>
Recommendations Expected</div><ul><li>Identify and recommend productivity improvement areas.</li><li>Define and monitor productivity metrics and project milestones.</li><li>Prepare the business cases along with the unit teams</li><li>Suggest cost-saving projects with business cases.</li><li>Recommend lean and capability building initiatives aligned to site maturity.</li><li>Category wise cost analysis and recommendations to align the company strategy</li></ul><div><i>
Financial Accountability (Budget/Revenue)</i></div><div>
Responsible for tracking and influencing productivity project savings across all manufacturing sites.<br>
<ul><li>Support validation of business cases and alignment with AOP targets.</li><li>Work closely with finance and site teams to ensure accurate savings delivery.</li></ul></div><div>
Call</div><div></div><div><i><br>
Market / Function Complexity</i></div><ul><li>Multi-site operations across geographies with varied cost structures.</li><li>Cross-functional stakeholder alignment required with operations, engineering, finance, procurement, and sustainability teams.</li><li>Need for deep understanding of cost drivers, automation, and lean principles to ensure scalability and standardization of improvement projects.</li></ul><div></div><div><i><br>
Leadership Responsibilities</i></div><ul><li>Drive culture of continuous improvement across units.</li><li>Build capabilities of site teams through structured training and workshops.</li><li>Influence change without direct authority across multiple levels in the organization.</li><li>Provide project governance and support on lean, TPM, and six sigma deployments.</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Qualifications and Experience Required</div><div>
Qualifications</div><div>
Experience</div><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Production / Industrial)</li><li>Master&rsquo;s in Supply Chain, Engineering</li><li>Lean Six sigma Certification</li><li>10-12 years of experience in a manufacturing/operations excellence role</li><li>Exposure to TPM, Six Sigma, or WCM systems</li><li>Proficiency in data analysis and performance tracking</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Proficiency in MS Excel, Power BI, or other data tools</li><li>Financial acumen in cost driver analysis</li><li>Effective communication and stakeholder engagement</li><li>Ability to drive projects across functions and geographies</li><li>Self-motivated with strong execution discipline</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Success Criteria</div><ul><li>Delivery of productivity savings as per AOP</li><li>On-time execution of approved projects</li><li>Regular and accurate performance reporting</li><li>Capability development across sites</li><li>Lean and TPM deployment maturity across units</li></ul><div>
Succession Plan Opportunities</div><div>
General Manager &ndash; Unit Head, OMUs</div><div>
Senior General Manager &ndash; Manufacturing (OMUs / TMUs)</div><div>
Rewards &amp; Benefits Statement: (TE)</div><div>
Flexible Working Statement:</div><div>
Flexibility is key to our success. From part-time and compressed hours to different locations, our people work flexibly in ways to suit them. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you so that you&rsquo;re supported from day one.</div><div>
Diversity statement:</div><div>
Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and that they can belong, is a crucial part of this.</div><div>
We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. This means that you&rsquo;ll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you. You&rsquo;ll be part of and help build and champion an inclusive culture that celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mindsets, and more.</div><div>
Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in the world. Join us and help transform our business as we take our brands to the next level and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world.</div><div>
Feel inspired? Then this may be the opportunity for you.</div><div></div><div><br>
Worker Type :</div>
Regular<div></div><div>
Primary Location:</div>
Bangalore HO<div></div><div>
Additional Locations :</div><div></div><div>
Job Posting Start Date :</div>
2026-02-23</div>

General Manager - Productivity, Manufacturing

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