Continuous Improvement Chief – Automotive Manufacturing

About the role

We are seeking a Continuous Improvement Chief to lead Lean and Six Sigma initiatives in a high‑performance automotive manufacturing environment. The role combines strategic planning, data‑driven problem solving, and team development to deliver measurable business results.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and develop Quality & Improvement Engineers across multiple manufacturing processes.
• Coordinate cross‑functional improvement projects targeting safety, quality, cost, production, and people.
• Identify, prioritize, and execute process improvement opportunities aligned with business needs.
• Facilitate data‑driven problem‑solving activities using root‑cause analysis tools.
• Propose, track, and validate investment and improvement projects.
• Monitor initiatives to ensure execution, sustainability, and measurable impact.
• Promote a continuous‑improvement culture throughout manufacturing teams.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in continuous improvement or manufacturing, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Advanced business English communication skills.
• Proven experience leading technical teams or coordinating cross‑functional groups.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality systems.
• Six Sigma Master Black Belt certification.

Required skills

• Lean Manufacturing
• Lean Six Sigma
• Six Sigma Master Black Belt
• Green Belt / Black Belt certification
• Advanced data analysis and decision‑making
• Root Cause Analysis
• Cause & Effect Diagram
• Project management