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Tenneco Inc.
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CI Manager Tenneco Inc. United States, Ohio, Napoleon 11800 Ohio 424 (Show on map) Jun 03, 2026 At Tenneco, we don't follow industry standards; we set them, and we don't settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it's our Core Values
Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It's what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success. Here, you'll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you're ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you'll thrive here. Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way The Continuous Improvement Leader is responsible for driving measurable operational performance improvements while building sustainable systems, capabilities, and culture. This role blends hands-on execution with strategic leadership, owning both project delivery and the development of a robust continuous improvement operating system. Key Responsibilities Drive Business Results Lead and deliver high-impact CI projects targeting: Throughput Cost reduction Downtime elimination Quality improvements Analyze downtime, scrap, and process inefficiencies to identify root causes Facilitate Kaizen events, workshops, and rapid improvement activities Partner with operations to implement and sustain solutions Build CI System & Structure Establish standardized CI tools, methods, and routines across the site Build KPI dashboards, scorecards, and visibility systems Drive governance: project prioritization, tracking, and accountability Implement daily management systems and performance rhythms Developing People & Culture Train and coach leaders, engineers, and supervisors in Lean thinking Build CI capability across the organization (not just own projects) Drive adoption of disciplined problem-solving and data-driven decisions Lead cultural transformation toward accountability and continuous improvement Strategic Alignment Align CI initiatives with site and business priorities Identify and prioritize highest ROI opportunities Provide clear reporting to leadership on: Impact Risks Pipeline ROI Qualifications Bachelor's degree (Engineering, Operations, etc.) Process Engineering Preferred 5-10 years of CI / manufacturing experience Lean / Six Sigma certification (Black Belt preferred) Proven ability to: Deliver measurable results Lead cross-functional teams Influence without authority Critical Success Traits This is where you tailor to your business reality: Bias for action
- radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win
- or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we're determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.
Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It's what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success. Here, you'll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you're ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you'll thrive here. Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way The Continuous Improvement Leader is responsible for driving measurable operational performance improvements while building sustainable systems, capabilities, and culture. This role blends hands-on execution with strategic leadership, owning both project delivery and the development of a robust continuous improvement operating system. Key Responsibilities Drive Business Results Lead and deliver high-impact CI projects targeting: Throughput Cost reduction Downtime elimination Quality improvements Analyze downtime, scrap, and process inefficiencies to identify root causes Facilitate Kaizen events, workshops, and rapid improvement activities Partner with operations to implement and sustain solutions Build CI System & Structure Establish standardized CI tools, methods, and routines across the site Build KPI dashboards, scorecards, and visibility systems Drive governance: project prioritization, tracking, and accountability Implement daily management systems and performance rhythms Developing People & Culture Train and coach leaders, engineers, and supervisors in Lean thinking Build CI capability across the organization (not just own projects) Drive adoption of disciplined problem-solving and data-driven decisions Lead cultural transformation toward accountability and continuous improvement Strategic Alignment Align CI initiatives with site and business priorities Identify and prioritize highest ROI opportunities Provide clear reporting to leadership on: Impact Risks Pipeline ROI Qualifications Bachelor's degree (Engineering, Operations, etc.) Process Engineering Preferred 5-10 years of CI / manufacturing experience Lean / Six Sigma certification (Black Belt preferred) Proven ability to: Deliver measurable results Lead cross-functional teams Influence without authority Critical Success Traits This is where you tailor to your business reality: Bias for action
- delivers results, not just frameworks Strong floor presence
- not a "conference room CI leader" Able to challenge operations constructively Balances doing vs teaching High accountability and follow-through Comfortable in imperfect / evolving environments What Makes This Role Different Not just a CI "coach"
- must deliver tangible results Not just a project leader
- must build systems and capability Direct influence on plant performance and profitability Travel Requirements This position will work in the Napoleon OH plant 2 days per week and the Angola IN plant 2 days per week.