Internal Continental Business System (CBS) Engineer
Sumter, SC - USA
Job Summary
YOUR TASKS
Summary
The Continuous Improvement Engineer (CBS Engineer / Change Agent) is a local expert in the Continental Business System (CBS) responsible for driving plant-wide continuous improvement and operational excellence. This role focuses on advancing CBS maturity by leading and supporting value stream mapping and continuous improvement events facilitating structured problem solving and coaching all levels of the organization on CBS tools methodologies and change management practices. The position partners closely with cross-functional teams to strengthen engagement improve processes and ensure effective project execution aligned with plant operational goals. Additionally the role supports training documentation stakeholder engagement and fosters a culture of innovation accountability teamwork and continuous learning across the organization.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
- Lead value stream mapping and design to improve operational efficiency
- Support execution of value stream changes and continuous improvement initiatives
- Facilitate improvement events and structured problem-solving activities
- Drive adoption and engagement of the Continental Business System (CBS)
- Coach teams on CBS tools methods and best practices
- Deliver training and guide tool selection for operational challenges
- Lead cross-functional projects aligned to business and plant goals
- Build strong partnerships and collaborate to ensure successful execution
- Analyze data identify root causes and implement practical solutions
- Foster a culture of accountability innovation continuous learning and collaboration
NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed.
To be transparent about hiring for this position Continental has identified a preferred candidate. This is not intended to discourage other candidates from applying for this position. Furthermore Continental has not offered the preferred candidate the position.
Qualifications :
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE
- This role is an internal only position external applicants will not be considered for this role
- Minimum Bachelors degree in Engineering (any discipline)
- Minimum 5 years of experience in production and manufacturing processes
- Minimum 1 year of experience in project management
- Advanced knowledge of CBS tools and methodologies (Lean / Six Sigma)
Additional Information :
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
EEO-Statement:
EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to unlawful consideration to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity age religion national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by applicable addition as a federal contractor Continental complies with government regulations including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans where they apply. To be considered you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process please reply to or contact US Recruiting at . This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues will not receive a call back.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2019, ... View more