OS & CI Engineer

Tenneco•Athens, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is a plant-floor-focused position requiring regular collaboration across production, maintenance, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams. The environment is fast-paced and hands-on, demanding strong prioritization, adaptability, and follow-through. The engineer will be expected to work on the plant floor for extended periods and support operational needs as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
2–5+ years of experience in manufacturing, industrial engineering, or continuous improvement roles
Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, value stream mapping, root cause analysis, and waste reduction methods
Proficiency with Excel, Power BI, BricsCAD, ERP/MES systems, OEE reporting tools, and process mapping software
Strong analytical, communication, facilitation, and project management skills
Ability to influence cross-functional teams, lead through influence without direct authority, and drive change in a hands-on production environment
Strong commitment to safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

Nice To Haves

Powertrain or automotive experience preferred
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred
Kaizen, TPS, Shainin, or other structured problem-solving training is a plus
AutoCAD, Minitab, experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead plant-wide continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methods
Analyze manufacturing processes to identify waste, bottlenecks, variation, and opportunities to improve safety, quality, flow, and output
Conduct time studies, workflow analysis, line balancing, and capacity planning to improve labor and equipment utilization
Lead kaizen events and facilitate workshops to drive process improvements and employee engagement
Develop, implement, and sustain standard work, visual controls, error-proofing solutions, and compliance to standard work practices
Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective actions for process, quality, and downtime issues
Own and track measurable results including cost savings, scrap reduction, downtime reduction, throughput, labor productivity, and OEE improvement
Drive KPI review cadence and follow-through actions to ensure accountability and sustain gains
Partner with engineering, maintenance, and operations to support new product launches, process changes, and equipment improvements
Coach operators, supervisors, and cross-functional teams on continuous improvement tools and daily problem-solving practices
Present project updates, business impact, and improvement plans to plant leadership
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements in all improvement activities
Document, communicate, and replicate best practices and lessons learned across departments