Group Lead Central Process Engineering Tire Building

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Continental

Challenging old paradigm by establishing new methodologies, like agile project approaches, BIG DATA implementation, digitalization and develop innovative solution;
Developing and executing process engineering strategy within the area tire building to enhance product performance stability by continuously reducing production variations;
Leading a process engineering team to develop and establish sustainable solution to stabilize manufacturing processes with regard to tire weight, tire uniformity, visual appearance and efficiency;
Establishing and promoting risk assessment culture in manufacturing process organization;
Running necessary process risk assessment with R&D and plant process engineers for sustainable process performance;
Initiating and leading projects within Manufacturing and R&D as stakeholder to enhance continuously production and product performance;
Establishing and promoting continuous improvement culture in manufacturing process organization with regard to capability, efficiency and yield maximization;
Managing a diverse/cross-functional R&D and Manufacturing network;
Coaching and supporting within global processing team network by sharing and documenting best of best practices.

Academic Degree in Engineering, i.e. Mechanical, Industrial or comparable qualification;
Leadership experience required;
Experience in collaboration with production plants for product industrialization/implementation across different locations or tire development preferred;
Project management experience in an international environment is beneficial;
Data analytics and statistical evaluation skills are preferred;
Business fluent English language skills (written and spoken);
Strategic thinking and creativity;
Structured, self-dependent working style;
Ability to work in a team, problem solving skills as well as assertiveness;
Strong customer and result orientation;
Intercultural sensitivity;
Strong communication and passion to drive new ideas into reality;
Willingness to travel 30 % required.