Specialist Continuous Improvement

Are you looking for a new challenge? Is it time to arrive where you want to be? We have grown steadily as a team, would you like to grow too? Do you have what it takes to spur game-changing innovation? Do you crave being part of the solution, while receiving training and learning opportunities? If you answered yes, we have exciting career opportunities for you Get ready to join the Röchling Automotive team and become part of the next chapter in our history. At our Akron, OH location we are searching for a:

Specialist Continuous Improvement

Where we need you

• The Continuous Improvement Specialist plays a critical role in driving operational efficiency, quality, and performance across the plant by leading Lean Manufacturing and Operational Excellence (1OX) initiatives. This position is responsible for identifying and eliminating waste, optimizing work processes through time studies and line balancing, and implementing sustainable corrective actions. Acting as a key liaison between the plant and regional OpEx leadership, the specialist ensures alignment with corporate strategies, supports training and development in CI methodologies, and tracks measurable improvements. Through structured analysis, hands-on problem solving, and proactive project execution, the role supports the plant’s goals for productivity, cost savings, and a culture of continuous improvement.
• The Specialist Continuous Improvement deploys locally the continuous improvement projects. S/he contributes as well to the continous improvement of the Opex approach by providing feedback and lessons learned to the Plant Manager. The Continuous Improvement Specialist acts as a Trainer for Opex methods.
  
  

How to convince us

• Experience in Automotive industry/ manufacturing industry
• Experience conducting time studies, line balancing, and process improvement initiatives.
• Effective communication and leadership skills, including experience delivering training.
• Understanding of customer-specific requirements (CSR), either through training, work experience, or both.
• Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and drive results.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing
• We are looking for a team player with well- developed interpersonal skills, with proven ability to support a positive team environment.
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
  
  

What we offer

• Röchling Wellness Program sponsoring run/walk programs throughout the year
• Wellness Credits - Earn up to $70/month
• Employee Discounts at Verizon, BMW, Ford, GM and more
• Continuous Improvement Program & Safety Awards
• Employee Referral Program
• Family Outings
  
  

Interested in joining our team? Please send your resume for consideration.

In the Automotive division, you will shape the mobility of tomorrow. System solutions in the areas of Battery Solutions, Structural Lightweight, Aerodynamics and Propulsion. This means: We protect the environment while also improving the driving experience of millions of vehicles.

The Röchling Group has been shaping industry. Worldwide. For more than 200 years. We transform the lives of people every day with our customized plastics: they reduce the weight of cars, make medication packaging more secure and improve industrial applications. Our workforce of 11,737 people is located in the places where our customers are – in 92 locations in 25 countries.