.The Lean Industrial Design (LID) Manager is responsible for driving the implementation of TE Global Auto Lean Industrial Design principles during Program Development, Industrialization, and Launch phases, with the goal for each new program to achieve the highest QCDP standards in Series Production. Drive program & launch KPIs related to Operations: Work Packages OTD (On Time Delivery), MPT on time, launch costs. Coach and manage LID deployment with PMLs (Program Manufacturing Leaders), ME Project Managers, and PLTLs (Plant Launch Team Leaders), ensuring alignment with global TE best standards and Global Auto industrial strategy. Provide training, guidance, and individual coaching during Process Development and Launch phases. What your background should look like: The ideal candidate will have/be: Education level: Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering. EXPERIENCE At least 7 years of experience, including Programs, Manufacturing Engineering, TEOA or Production. SKILLS & COMPETENCIES: Leadership skills Strong Analytical, Problem-Solving skills. Decision Making, Networking, Communication, Computer, and Interpersonal Skills Must be able to work effectively at various levels of the organization and with external partners or vendors. Thorough knowledge of engineering techniques associated with project management. Problem solving & Conflict Management skills, Customer focus. Lean Manufacturing: Line concept in One piece flow, Plant lay-out for flow, SMED and batch size optimization, KANBAN Pull System, Production System with fixed batch replenishment, KAIZEN workshop, Standardized Work Practical knowledge of APQP functions, continuous improvement, and analytical and action planning tools Understanding Finance Basics: Costing, Investments, plant P&L Minimum bi-lingual (English required) Results Oriented Competencies: Motivating Others Managing and Measuring Work Building Effective Teams Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork SET: Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers) ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY TE Connectivity is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal, and data to advance next-generation transportation, renewable energy, automated factories, data centers, medical technology, and more. With more than 85,000 employees, including 8,000 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 140 countries, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS
