Lean Continuous Improvement Leader for TPS/JIT Manufacturing

Thai Summit America Corporation; Bardstown (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Thai Summit America Corporation is opening a new manufacturing facility in Bardstown, Kentucky. We seek a Continuous Improvement lead to champion Lean thinking and TPS-based methods that maximize OEE, quality, and throughput across the plant.

The role requires 3+ years in automotive manufacturing and proficiency with data tools like Minitab, Excel, and Power BI. You will mentor teams, facilitate kaizen events, and develop training materials to sustain gains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or related field.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred.
• 3+ years’ experience in a high-volume automotive manufacturing facility (Tier-1 background preferred).
• Deep understanding of high-tonnage mechanical/servo presses (progressive and transfer stamping).
• Direct experience tracking automotive scorecards and adhering to IATF 16949 quality protocols.
• Proficiency in data analysis software (Minitab, Excel, or Power BI).

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute CI strategies that align with plant KPIs (OEE, scrap, throughput, downtime, yield).
• Facilitate kaizen events, RCA, and cross-functional workshops to solve challenges.
• Coach and mentor employees to embed Lean thinking and CI tools (Kanban, 5S, Poka-yoke).
• Partner with production, engineering, quality, and supply chain to implement CI projects and CIP.
• Use data analysis and visual management tools to uncover opportunities and track improvements.
• Develop training materials and lead CI capability-building programs across the facility.

Skills

Lean thinking

Continuous Improvement

Kanban

Heijunka

Poka-yoke

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification

Tools

Minitab

Excel

Power BI

AutoCAD

Job description

Thai Summit America Corporation is opening a new manufacturing facility in Bardstown, Kentucky. We seek a Continuous Improvement lead to champion Lean thinking and TPS-based methods that maximize OEE, quality, and throughput across the plant.

The role requires 3+ years in automotive manufacturing and proficiency with data tools like Minitab, Excel, and Power BI. You will mentor teams, facilitate kaizen events, and develop training materials to sustain gains.