Sr. Manager- Master Problem Solver

Job Description:

Summary: The applicant would be the organizations expert in diagnosing complex challenges eliminating variation and driving highimpact solutions using structured methodologies such as Six Sigma and RedX methodolgies. This role blends analytical rigor contrastbased reasoning and crossfunctional leadership to turn ambiguity into clarity and stalled initiatives into measurable improvement. The core purpose of this role is to deliver rapid highconfidence problem resolution by applying Six Sigma and/or RedX methodologies to identify root causes reduce variation and implement sustainable solutions that improve performance quality and reliability. Applicant would be required to work closely with the manufacturing facilities to identify high-impact problems and improve performance while monitoring effectiveness and cost savings of the projects.

Essential Functions: Includes the following:

• Advanced Problem Diagnosis Use Six Sigma tools (DMAIC statistical analysis capability studies) and/or RedX logic (BOB/WOW MultiVari Component Search) to isolate dominant root causes with precision.
• Structured Solution Design Develop solution paths grounded in data contrast analysis and designed experiments; evaluate tradeoffs and recommend the most effective corrective actions.
• Variation Reduction Apply Six Sigma and/or RedX techniques to reduce process variation eliminate defects and stabilize systems.
• Decision Acceleration Facilitate alignment among Astemo leadership by presenting clear evidencebased findings and solution options.
• Execution Leadership Translate solutions into actionable plans with defined owners timelines and control mechanisms; ensure improvements are sustained through control plans mistakeproofing and monitoring.
• CrossFunctional Collaboration Partner with engineering operations quality supply chain and leadership teams to gather insights validate hypotheses and implement solutions.
• Risk Anticipation Identify potential failure modes early using FMEA statistical signals and contrastbased logic; design mitigation strategies before issues escalate.
• Continuous Improvement Enablement Build repeatable frameworks coach teams in structured problem solving and elevate organizational capability in Six Sigma and/or RedX methods.

Qualifications:

Knowledge skills & abilities:

• Six Sigma Expertise Proficiency in DMAIC statistical analysis hypothesis testing regression DOE and control planning.
• RedX Mastery Skilled in contrastbased rootcause isolation MultiVari studies component swapping and progressive elimination.
• Analytical Depth Ability to interpret complex data sets identify patterns and validate causal relationships.
• Communication Excellence Converts technical findings into clear concise insights for both technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Facilitation & Influence Guides teams through structured problem solving builds consensus and drives action without formal authority.
• Travel -- Must be willing to travel to support internal company needs (frequency up to 50%)

Additionally the ability to work independently with minimal direction is required as are strong verbal and written communication skills. Experience with PCs and application software such as MS Office tools is also required.

Education: Bachelors Degree with 3 5 years Engineering or Manufacturing related with a preference to Quality focus

Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years experience in automotive industry problem solving

• Demonstrated success solving complex highimpact problems using Six Sigma and/or RedX methodologies.
• Experience in engineering manufacturing operations and quality.
• Certification such as Six Sigma Black Belt or RedX Master preferred.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis capabilities including statistical software proficiency.

Job level determined by various factors such as organization size responsibility career stage and capabilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities: leading and mentoring the efforts of Astemo Engineers and manufacturing site leadership who are responsible for sub-project activities.

Working conditions:

Physical Demands: Required to sit or stand for long periods of time. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Travel: Up to 50% domestic and international travel may be required. Travel may include visiting customers suppliers and Astemo manufacturing sites in the Americas region.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status and national origin.

At Astemo were challenging the status quo with the power of diversity inclusion and collaboration. Our goal is to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates the differences of our employees. We want to ensure that every employee feels valued respected and empowered. We dont just accept differencewe celebrate it we support it and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees our products and our community. Astemo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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