Continuous Improvement Manager

Eatons Vehicle division is currently seeking a Continuous ImprovementManager to join our team. This position is based at our South Bend, INfacility. Relocation assistance will be provided.Position Overview:As a member of the South BendTeam, you will be responsible for leading deployment of the continuousimprovement tools and processes of the Eaton Business System, includingContinuous Improvement Framework (CIF) and Eaton Lean Six Sigma (ELSS) insupport of overall plant objectives.Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion ofevery employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity,invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. Its where bold,bright professionals like you can reach your full potentialand where you canhelp us reach ours.In this function, you will:+ Serve as a member of the SouthBend team, fulfilling duties and providing input for strategy, direction& continuous improvement.+ Partner with Operations andSupport Functions to develop plans to identify and address current andfuture challenges through use of Lean & CI tools.+ Support Continuous ImprovementFramework deployment (visual controls, process standardization, standardwork, Gemba walks, manning strategy, daily accountability, process checksand CI for everyone).+ Integrate ELSS tool deploymentthrough tool experts (Value Stream Mapping, 5S+, Standard Work, TPM, SetupReduction, Error Proofing, and Flow).+ Plan and support successfulkaizen / Rapid Improvement Events (RIE).+ Ensure capability andsustainability through Lean & CI training.+ Conduct performance reviews toimprove organizational performance.When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives andbackgrounds that make each of us unique, we as individuals and as a company are stronger.We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunitiesfor all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based uponjob-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex,sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, maritalstatus, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other statusprotected by law.QualificationsBasic (Required) Qualifications:+ Bachelors degree from an accredited institution+ Minimum of two (2) years of continuous improvement/LEAN experience in a manufacturing environment+ Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorshipPreferred Qualifications:+ Bachelors Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution+ Lean/Six Sigma certificationWe make what matters work. Everywhere you lookfrom the technology and machinery that surrounds us, to the critical services and infrastructure that we depend on every dayyoull find one thing in common. It all relies on power. Thats why Eaton is dedicated to improving peoples lives and the environment with power management technologies that are more reliable, efficient, safe and sustainable. Because this is what matters.We are confident we can deliver on this promise because of the attributes that our employees embody. Were ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and were committed to learning. These values enable us to tackle some of the toughest challenges on the planet, never losing sight of what matters.Job: Operational ExcellenceRegion: North America US/Puerto RicoOrganization: VEH NAT North America TruckJob Level: Individual ContributorSchedule: Full-timeIs remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: NoDoes this position offer relocation?: Relocation from within United States and / or Puerto RicoTravel: Yes, 10 % of the TimeEaton is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Eaton is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.