Continuous Improvement Manager
About the job
- Knowledge of Operational Performance System (OPS), lean manufacturing, and Kaizen.
- Experience conducting process audits.
- Green Belt certification in lean concepts or a similar certification.
- Experience planning and leading projects.
- Three to five years of professional experience working in lean or continuous improvement at a high-volume manufacturing organization.
- Three to five years of experience leading change management projects.
- A bachelor-level degree or equivalent experience.
- Working knowledge of the English language.
- Ability to visit all shifts and departments to ensure understanding and adherence to OPS standards.
- Lead and drive lean and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization to enhance operational efficiency and performance.
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee internal projects and improvement activities.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to process facilitators throughout implementation.
- Promote and sustain lean and Kaizen methodologies through employee training, coaching, and awareness initiatives.
- Conduct regular audits with audit teams and process owners to evaluate the effectiveness and sustainability of implemented standards.
- Identify performance gaps and drive corrective actions to ensure continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Coordinate OPS activities companywide.
- Initiate OPS workshops and training sessions.
- Plan and carry out OPS workshops and training sessions.
- Support OPS process facilitators and departments working all shifts.
- Organize OPS communications.
- Conduct internal OPS marketing using sources such as continuous improvement videos.
- Ensure compliance with the OPS roadmap.
- Develop and adhere to OPS standards.
- Plan and carry out OPS audits.
- Discuss and report on OPS activities monthly.
About the company
Oetiker supplies high-quality connecting solutions for the vehicle industry and other industrial segments, focusing on ensuring reliable connections for mission-critical parts. Its product lineup includes clamps, rings, straps, and quick-connectors used in powertrain, drivetrain, and medical applications. The company combines products with engineering, prototyping, and testing support to quickly develop comprehensive clamping and connection solutions. With 1,800+ employees across more than 25 countries and over 75 years of experience, Oetiker positions itself as a global, long-term partner for leading OEMs. Its differentiators include deep expertise in a broad range of high-end clamps and connectors, combined with hands-on engineering services to tailor solutions and overcome specific clamping challenges. The company’s goal is to help customers achieve reliable connections in critical systems, maintaining trust and continuity as a global supplier.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Horgen, Switzerland
Founded
1942
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- AD Plast broadens manufacturing into injection molding and deepens Nordic market access.
- Aftermarket Kits create recurring replacement demand outside volatile original-equipment programs.
- The 2026 news page shows active product merchandising and customer-facing commercialization efforts.
What critics are saying
- Automotive demand concentration exposes Oetiker to OEM production swings and supplier cuts.
- AD Plast integration can distract management and delay injection-molding synergies through 2026.
- No 2025-2026 hiring or expansion disclosures signal a quiet, low-momentum operating environment.
What makes Oetiker unique
- Oetiker, founded 1942, leads high-end connecting solutions from Horgen, Switzerland.
- November 25, 2024 AD Plast acquisition adds injection molding capability beyond clamps.
- Oetiker Aftermarket Kits target passenger, commercial, two-wheeler, cooling, and heating applications.
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Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
401(k) Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Training Programs