Kaizen & Process Improvement Specialist (Manufacturing)

TOYOTETSU AMERICA INC; Cains Store (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TOYOTETSU AMERICA INC in Kentucky is seeking a MERIT Process Improvement Specialist on first shift, reporting to the MERIT Manager. You will learn and apply Toyotetsu’s systematic approach to process improvement, analyze data, and present findings to cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include using RCA and PDCA, designing standard work, conducting Kaizen for cost savings, supporting digitization, and traveling up to 15% to other TTNA sites.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn, receive training, and take initiative.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to gather and analyze data.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and experience with plant floor “Go and See” activity.
• Advanced computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and Plex.
• Must have a minimum of two years of experience in a relevant position; must be able to demonstrate the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job.

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand Toyotetsu’s systematic approach to process improvement, including data analysis and presentation tools.
• Analyze data and performance trends to identify areas for improvement in manufacturing processes.
• Use Root Cause Analysis and PDCA to identify problems and propose solutions.
• Work with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and monitor solutions.
• Establish and improve standard work and Gentani where applicable.
• Conduct Kaizen activities to achieve departmental cost savings targets for loss reduction and Gentani improvement to support company goals for the SWWG.
• Utilize technology where appropriate to support digitization or digitalization within manufacturing processes.
• Present activity findings and results in a clear and concise manner.

Skills

Data analysis

Go and See

Communication

Root Cause Analysis

PDCA

Microsoft Office

Plex

Tools

Plex

Microsoft Office

Job description

TOYOTETSU AMERICA INC in Kentucky is seeking a MERIT Process Improvement Specialist on first shift, reporting to the MERIT Manager. You will learn and apply Toyotetsu’s systematic approach to process improvement, analyze data, and present findings to cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include using RCA and PDCA, designing standard work, conducting Kaizen for cost savings, supporting digitization, and traveling up to 15% to other TTNA sites.