Continuous Improvement (CI) Lead

Supervises a team of quality technicians, inspectors, and/or engineers, ensuring effective in-process controls and defect prevention.

Responsibilities

• Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving

  • Lead and execute CI projects using Six Sigma, Shainin Red X methodologies.
  • Apply Shainin tools such as Red X Problem Solving, Component Search, Paired Comparison, BOB/WOW, and Multi-Vari charts for variation reduction.
  • Facilitate RCA with structured techniques: 8D, DMAIC, 5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, FMEA.
  • Drive reduction in internal rejections, customer complaints, scrap, rework, and process variation.
  • Strengthen process control through robust PFMEA, Control Plans, Standardized Work, Error-Proofing
  • Use data analytics, SPC, MSA, and Shainin diagnostic tools to improve process capability and predict failures.
  • Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Program Management, Maintenance, and Supplier Quality to drive improvement.
  • Lead structured CI project governance reviews and support decision-making for plant leadership.

  Training, Capability Building & Culture Development

  Train teams in Lean Principles, Six Sigma problem solving, and Shainin Red X tools and techniques.

  • Mentor and develop CI practitioners (Yellow Belt, Green Belt).
  • Promote a continuous improvement mindset across the organization through Kaizen engagement programs.

Education and Knowledge

• BE/ B.Tech (Electronic, Mechanical)
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (Mandatory), Black Belt preferred.
• Shainin Red X Certification / Training preferred
• Certified Internal Auditor (IATF16949 / VDA 6.3) preferred.

Critical Experience

• 5–10 years of experience in CI, Quality, Lean Manufacturing, or Process Engineering.
• Proven success in leading high-impact projects
• Experience in automotive, aerospace, electronics, or high-volume manufacturing operations.
• Good technical knowledge.
• Strong command over Lean, Six Sigma, and Shainin Red X methodologies.
• Hands-on knowledge with SPC, MSA, PFMEA, Control Plan, DOE
• Experience using analytical tools (Minitab, Power BI, Red X software preferred)
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to lead change, coach teams, and drive cross-functional alignment.
• Analytical thinking, structured problem-solving, and project management capability
• Good teamwork and coordination skills.
• Strong Communication Skills Clear reporting and explaining findings.

Competencies

SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)

ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY

TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.

Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

WHAT TE CONNECTIVITY OFFERS:

We are pleased to offer you an exciting total package that can also be flexibly adapted to changing life situations - the well-being of our employees is our top priority!

• Competitive Salary Package
• Performance-Based Bonus Plans
• Health and Wellness Incentives
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Community Outreach Programs / Charity Events
• Employee Resource Group

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD

TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com. If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.

Across our global sites and business units, we put together packages of benefits that are either supported by TE itself or provided by external service providers. In principle, the benefits offered can vary from site to site.

Job Locations:

PLOT NO 2, GAT NOS 1129, 1140,1295, 1296,

PUNE, Mahārāshtra 412801

India

Posting City: PUNE

Job Country: India

Travel Required: Less than 10%

Requisition ID: 156231

Workplace Type: Onsite

External Careers Page: Quality