Site Continuous Improvement Leader

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Job Description Summary

Job Description:

The Role

We’re looking for a hands‑on Lean expert to drive site-wide Lean Transformation. You will lead improvement initiatives, coach teams, solve problems at the root cause, and build robust systems that boost efficiency, quality, and performance. If you love eliminating waste, improving processes, and influencing people at all levels—this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

1. Personal Capability Building

• Participate in development planning, assessments, and training.
• Stay updated on industry best practices, new technologies, and regulations.
• Maintain relevant professional accreditations.

2. Manufacturing Methods & Process Development

• Identify gaps in current manufacturing processes.
• Deliver improvements to methods, systems, and workflows.

3. Continuous Improvement

• Review operations, generate solutions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

4. Procedural Improvement

• Provide feedback on existing procedures and implement meaningful improvements.

5. Innovation & Change Management

• Propose enhancements to systems and processes.
• Deliver elements of change management programs with guidance from senior leaders.

6. Project Management

• Lead small to medium‑scale projects in alignment with established project plans.
• Prepare project reviews, reports, and presentations.

7. Stakeholder Engagement

• Build networks within and outside the organization to exchange ideas and promote innovation

Why Join Us?

✔ Work with a global automotive leader
✔ Lead impactful Lean transformation projects
✔ Growth, learning, and professional development opportunities
✔ Be part of a collaborative and innovative culture

About us

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward.

Required Skills and Education

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
• 3–6 years' experience in Lean, CI, or manufacturing improvement
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
• Excellent communication, planning, and project management abilities
• A proactive, collaborative, and customer‑focused mindset

About Dauch:

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.