CI Manager

Location:

Wevelgem – Belgium

Salary:

Competitive

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

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Advertiser:

Leggett & Platt

Job ID:

131638929

Posted On:

28 February 2025

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a CI Manager within our Engineering team to help support our Automotive business. Did you know we are the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of seating support and comfort systems for transportation manufacturers, as well as tier one and two suppliers within the automotive industry? That’s right! Our automotive products fall into four primary groups: Seating and Lumbar support, Wireless Charging, Motors and Actuators, and Mechanical Cables. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As a CI Manager you will be responsible for developing and implementing continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing facility to drive improved operational performance. This position works to achieve a sustainable continuous improvement culture at the branch. This role works closely with key leaders within the facility and cross-functional partners.

As a CI Manager, you will:

-Leading a Safety first approach maintaining a zero accident culture. Ensures and monitors work, accident prevention and environmental protection regulations of the facility to assure a safe and productive work environment free of any liabilities or defects.  
-Develop and manage within the CI budget. Manage total facility CI initiatives and progress to completion. Responsible to quickly adapt to financial gaps through adjusting timing of improvement plans, creating additional improvements and overall supporting meeting the branch financial plan.
-Develops Operational Excellence annual plan with a focus on Lean Tools that drive labour redeployment efficiencies, OEE improvements and shop floor space gains.
-Able to both teach and implement lean tools.
-Maintain a culture of functional and Operational Excellence, supports 5S, lean initiatives and to be a committed role model for our Company’s Beliefs and Behaviours.
-Establish and maintain appropriate internal capabilities and strengthen the organization (Succession Planning) through training, career development opportunities and recruiting as necessary to achieve Manufacturing objectives.
-Adherence to internal and external Business Processes and Certifications synonymous with a large US Incorporation operating within the Automotive Industry 
-Fulfill assigned primary, secondary and or tertiary deputy/back-up roles as assigned and required on occasion by the business.
 

To be successful you’ll need:

-Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Industrial Engineering or Lean Management, or similar
-Minimum of 5 years experience in hands-on operational roles in supply chain management, engineering or manufacturing
-2-3 years of experience in a leadership role
-Manufacturing experience is a must
-Experience in applying Lean Thinking principles in a manufacturing environment
-Experience in project management
-Strong understanding of LEAN principles and methodologies and implementing these ­
-Knowledge of Six Sigma ­
-Ability to develop focused team activities ­
-Excellent communication skills ­
-Very good organizational skills ­
-Working knowledge of MS office
 

What To Do Next
Now that you’ve had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for! Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply, be sure to create a profile, and sign up for job alerts, so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available. If you require assistance completing an application, our team at # Values
Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.

-Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
-Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
-Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
-Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.
 

Our Commitment to You
We’re actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all. Leggett & Platt is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veteran status, and more. Join us!
We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, we’d love the opportunity to consider you.
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