Lean Manufacturing Engineer
hace 7 días
As a world-class automotive supplier of injection molded interior trim, we specialize in the engineering, manufacturing, and assembly of feature based registers, consoles and trim panels.
JOIN A TEAM WHERE YOU'LL BE CHALLENGED AND INVESTED IN.A career with Summit Polymers means working with smart people in a culture that thrives on challenging, meaningful work. At Summit, we look for growth potential with every hire. We don't just fill seats, we set people on career paths. We're always on the lookout for smart people who are committed to continuous improvement, customer service and quality.
SUMMARY
The Lean Manufacturing Engineer is a technical and plant floor focused leadership position with an emphasis on improving manufacturing operations across the corporation using SLMS (Summit Lean Manufacturing System - developed from Toyota Production System).
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Performs training, auditing, and continuous improvement activites in support of domestic and international manufacturing plant operations:
- Conducts routine SLMS Audits and leads corresponding kaizen activities
- Leads Standardized Work training events to develop or improve existing standard work conditions
- Analyzes methods and manufacturing processes for improvement, simplification, and cost reduction using kaizen mentality and standardized work development tools
- Identifies barriers to successful program launches and provides support for new program development activities when required
- Special project kaizen activities per plant request to improve efficiency of operations
- Participates in PPS (Practical Problem Solving) activities
Leads corporate SLMS activites:
- Assists in preparation and leadership of semiannual corporate SLMS group kaizen activities (Jishuken) at selected manufacturing plants
- Prepares and participates in leading biweekly SLMS meetings, facilitating reviews of plant kaizen events, company standards & best practices, and innovations
- Develop bestpractices based on observations and presentations to spread companywide (Yokoten)
- Maintains, improves and updates SLMS training materials and documentation
- Leads "Train the trainer" activities for SLMS engineers on standardized work and SLMS training courses
- Audits current bill of material (BOM) standards to ensure accurate measurement of operational work performance
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or technical field
- 13 years of experience in a lean manufacturing role in the automotive industry is preferred
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Handson individual who prefers the shop floor to an office environment
- A passion for the Toyota Production System
- Ability and willingness to learn from shop floor experiences
- Highly energetic, confident, and assertive with the ability to lead and motivate others
- Strong Communication skills and ability to train to the plant SLMS Engineers and functional managers
- Ability to interact and build consensus with individuals at all levels throughout the organization
- Demonstrated success in project management
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficiency with CAD systems (AutoCAD, SoldWorks, or TurboCAD preferred)
- Willingness to travel to manufacturing plants in the USA, Mexico and Asia
- A minimum score of 26 on the Wonderlic Contemporary Cognitive Ability Test.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
This position typically does require up to 30% travel.
DISCLAIMER
The information contained in this job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.
Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Agreement to complete all post-hire required training.-
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