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LEONI

Global supplier of automotive wiring systems

Expert Operational Excellence Continuous Improvement

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/14/2026
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico
In Person
Business & StrategyBusiness Operations

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related field.
  • Knowledge of production optimization and manufacturing operations management.
  • Knowledge of industrial engineering and manufacturing concepts, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement.
  • Advanced English proficiency, written and spoken.
  • At least 3 years of experience in manufacturing, industrial engineering, or continuous improvement.
  • Ensure compliance with legal, internal, safety, and environmental standards within the area of responsibility.
  • Identify and report risks and opportunities to the direct supervisor or responsible leadership.
  • Ensure and contribute to customer satisfaction by meeting customer expectations and requirements.
  • Support the company's financial targets and business results through effective and responsible execution of activities.
  • Meet deadlines and quality requirements, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of responsibilities.
  • Ensure compliance with OPEX standards and efficiently manage company materials and resources within the assigned area.
  • Maintain order and cleanliness in the workplace and ensure adherence to established workplace standards.
Responsibilities
  • Manage and oversee continuous improvement (CI), ensuring expected results are delivered on time and according to plan, based on KPIs M1 and M2.
  • Define and maintain CI processes and work instructions, ensuring their proper implementation across the plant and country.
  • Evaluate and prioritize improvement ideas, collaborating with relevant departments and CI committees to assess feasibility and potential impact.
  • Calculate and manage the financial impact of CI initiatives, including business cases, payback, and return on investment (ROI).
  • Lead the CI Committee and promote a continuous improvement culture through CI campaigns, recognition programs, and employee and management engagement.
  • Manage CI tools and training, including idea management software (CIP/LPI) and induction training such as 5S and the 8 types of waste.
  • Ensure the implementation and transfer of best practices and ideas within the plant and across departments, segments, plants, and countries.

About the company

Leoni is a global supplier of electrical wiring systems and cables for the automotive industry. It designs, manufactures, and supplies wiring harnesses and cable assemblies that connect electrical components in vehicles, providing power and data transmission throughout a vehicle. The product work involves integrated harnesses, connectors, protective insulation, and module assemblies produced at scale in factories around the world to meet automotive OEM specifications. Compared with competitors, Leoni leverages a long history dating back to 1917, a broad international footprint, and deep experience as a dedicated automotive wiring systems partner, enabling large-scale production, consistent quality, and strong OEM relationships. Its goal is to support the evolving needs of the automotive sector by delivering reliable, high-quality wiring solutions and expanding its global manufacturing capabilities to power modern and future vehicle technologies.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Nuremberg, Germany

Founded

1917

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What believers are saying

  • Luxshare raised its stake to 74.9% on April 29, 2026, signaling commitment.
  • Leoni says its restructuring remains firmly on track after July 2025 completion.
  • The Bouskoura plant and overhead cuts sharpen cost competitiveness in 2026.

What critics are saying

  • Leoni plans 4,500 administration and management cuts by 2026, signaling severe shrinkage.
  • Halver closed in 2025, and more German capacity faces closure under cost pressure.
  • Luxshare integration failure or European auto weakness can destroy turnaround economics.

What makes LEONI unique

  • Leoni's wiring-systems scale spans Europe, North Africa, and global automotive OEMs.
  • Luxshare's 74.9% control links Leoni to a deeper electronics and manufacturing ecosystem.
  • Leoni's Bouskoura plant expands low-cost North African production capacity.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Wellness Program
  • Performance Bonus

Company News

36Kr
Sep 17th, 2024
Luxshare Precision Acquires Leoni AG for €525M

Luxshare Precision announced the acquisition of Germany's Leoni AG and its subsidiary Leoni Kabel GmbH for €525 million (approx. ¥4.1 billion). Luxshare will acquire 50.1% of Leoni AG and 100% of Leoni Kabel GmbH. The acquisition aims to combine Luxshare's R&D and manufacturing capabilities with Leoni's global resources. Despite Leoni's recent financial struggles, the acquisition is expected to enhance Luxshare's global automotive wiring harness market presence.

36Kr Holdings Inc.
Sep 13th, 2024
Luxshare Acquires Majority Stake in Leoni

Summary: 36Kr reports that Luxshare Precision plans to acquire a 50.1% stake in Leoni AG and 100% of its subsidiary Leoni Kabel GmbH. Post-transaction, Luxshare will hold the Leoni AG stake through Singapore Luxshare, while Hong Kong Luxshare and its subsidiary Huiju Technology will jointly hold Leoni Kabel GmbH through Singapore Huiju.