Support High Performance Teams (HPTs) through facilitation, capability development, and performance improvement initiatives.
Performance Management & Governance
Maintain and update plant Gap Analysis to identify gaps and prioritize improvement opportunities.
Coordinate annual productivity planning and support the development of related business cases.
Establish benchmarks and best business practices to strengthen Operational Excellence maturity across operations.
Cross-Functional Leadership
Partner with production, maintenance, finance, and plant leadership teams to align improvement efforts with business goals.
Influence stakeholders and build alignment across departments to drive sustainable change.
Balance operational priorities while promoting a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
What Success Looks Like
Successful deployment and adoption of Operational Excellence methodologies throughout the plant.
Delivery of measurable results through Lean, Six Sigma, and DMAIC projects.
Increased productivity, efficiency, and operational performance.
Strong engagement and effectiveness of High Performance Teams.
Improved Gap Analysis scores and Operational Excellence maturity levels.
Sustainable implementation of continuous improvement initiatives and best practices.
Core Competencies
Lean Manufacturing
Six Sigma Methodologies
DMAIC Project Leadership
Operational Excellence Systems
Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving
Kaizen Facilitation
TPM & Continuous Improvement
Data Analysis & Performance Management
Project Management
Change Management
Coaching & Mentoring
Influencing & Stakeholder Management
Strategic Thinking
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Analytical & Critical Thinking
Communication & Facilitation Skills
What You Bring (Qualifications)
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
Experience as an Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, Lean, Six Sigma, or similar professional role.
Lean and Six Sigma certification preferred.
Advanced knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, DMAIC, 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Root Cause Analysis, High Performance Teams, TPM, Gap Analysis, and CMS Operational Excellence principles.
Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and plant business processes.
Proven ability to coach teams, drive change, and influence stakeholders across multiple organizational levels.
English proficiency: 85%.
Work Model & Travel
Plant-based position with extensive interaction across manufacturing operations.
Regular presence on the shop floor to support improvement activities, coaching, and operational reviews.
No routine travel or relocation requirement identified for the role.
Our Commitment to You
At Clarios, you'll play a critical role in shaping the future of Operational Excellence by driving meaningful transformation initiatives, enhancing plant performance, and developing the capabilities of teams across the organization. You'll have the opportunity to influence strategic decisions, lead impactful projects, and grow as a continuous improvement leader within a world-class manufacturing environment.
About Clarios
Clarios is the global leader in advanced, low-voltage battery technologies for mobility. Our batteries and smart solutions power nearly every type of vehicle and are found in 1 of 3 cars on the road today. With around 18,000 employees in over 100 countries, we bring deep expertise to our Aftermarket and OEM partners, and reliability, safety and comfort to everyday lives. We answer to the planet with a rigorous sustainability focus – advancing best-in-class sustainability practices and advocating for them across our industry. We work to ensure 100% of our products sold are recyclable, and we recycle 8,000 batteries an hour in our network. You can find more information here (PDF).
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Clarios, LLC is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law, EEO is the Law (supplement), and Pay Transparency Non-discrimination. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please email Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com.
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