Continental

Production Excellence Leader (Area Manager)

Continental • $95K — $115K *
Sumter, SC 29150In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
  • Bachelor's degree in related field with 7+ years supervisory experience in manufacturing or 14+ years in manufacturing supervisory/leadership experience without a relevant degree.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and KPI tracking.
  • Proven experience leading production operations including scheduling, resource planning, and quality management.
  • Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and data-driven decision-making.
  • Ability to manage and develop employees while driving performance and engagement.
  • Experience with cross-functional partnerships in manufacturing settings.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily production operations to meet safety, quality, and productivity targets.
  • Manage production schedules and resources to optimize output and reduce waste.
  • Coach and develop teams to foster a high-performance work culture.
  • Drive quality improvements through root cause analysis in partnership with quality teams.
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards.
  • Champion continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Monitor and analyze KPIs to inform decision-making and enhance operational performance.

Benefits

  • Visa and relocation support for internal candidates.
  • Commitment to safety procedures and guidelines in the workplace.
Full Job Description
Job Description

THE POSITION
  • Lead daily production operations to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets are achieved.
  • Manage production schedules and resources to maximize output while minimizing downtime and waste.
  • Lead, coach, and develop production teams to build a high-performance culture.
  • Drive quality standards and partner with quality teams to resolve issues through root cause analysis.
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and environmental requirements.
  • Champion continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and problem-solving methodologies.
  • Manage labor, materials, equipment, and inventory to support production goals.
  • Monitor and analyze KPIs to drive data-based decisions and improve operational performance.
  • Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, logistics, and other departments to ensure production efficiency.
  • Support the Continental Business System (CBS) by driving accountability, standardization, continuous improvement, and team performance.


NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed.

Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, with 7+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • 14+ years of manufacturing supervisory/leadership experience or more if no relevant Bachelors Degree
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, with experience analyzing production data, tracking KPIs, developing reports, and presenting operational performance metrics to leadership.
  • Proven experience leading production operations in a manufacturing environment, including production scheduling, resource planning, quality management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and manage salaried and hourly employees while driving accountability, performance, and employee engagement.
  • Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, KPI management, root cause analysis, and data-driven decision-making to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
  • Experience managing cross-functional partnerships with quality, maintenance, engineering, logistics, and supply chain teams, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and manufacturing systems/ERP platforms.
  • Proven problem-solving skills utilizing root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies to drive sustainable results.

For Internal candidates: Continental is able to offer visa and relocation support

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • 10+ years Tire experience

THE ENVIRONMENT
  • Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as steel toed shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses as needed
  • This position may require standing for long periods and working in a manufacturing environment, which may involve exposure to noise, dust, heat, and machinery.
  • May require evening or weekend work to meet production deadlines.


Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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About Continental

Continental AG is a German multinational automotive parts manufacturing company. The company produces tires, brake systems, interior electronics, automotive safety, powertrain and chassis components, and other parts for the automotive and transportation industries. Continental AG was founded in 1871 and is headquartered in Hanover, Germany. The company operates in over 60 countries and has over 233,000 employees.
Learn more about Continental
Size
233,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Founded
1989
* Ladders Estimates

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