Lean Prototyping Technician for Kaizen & 3P

1040 Silent-Aire USA, Inc.; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a hands-on Business Systems Technician (Moonshiner) to rapidly design, fabricate, and test low-cost prototypes for Lean improvements. This role operates in the dedicated moonshine shop, turning concepts into testable shop-floor solutions.

You will build tactile mockups, support 3P events, and help Kaizen teams translate ideas into actionable prototypes while upholding safety and Lean principles. Onsite, hourly position.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on fabrication skills in wood, metal, plastics, fasteners, and basic electrical work.
• Ability to interpret sketches and simple drawings and turn concepts into physical prototypes.
• Experience supporting Kaizen events and 3P activities in a Lean environment.

Responsibilities

• Build low-cost, rapid prototypes using available materials to support Lean improvements and equipment modifications.
• Translate ideas from Kaizen teams into functional mockups for evaluation and iteration.
• Support 3P events by constructing models, fixtures, layout mockups, and process simulations.
• Collaborate with Lean Technical Specialist to ensure prototypes meet safety and operational requirements.
• Conduct try storms to validate concepts before full-scale implementation.
• Maintain the moonshine shop, tools, materials, and documentation.
• Provide hands-on support during Kaizen events, Gemba walks, and problem solving.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives with practical, creative solutions.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Hands-on fabrication

Interpret sketches

Creative problem solving

Lean principles familiarity

Job description

Johnson Controls is seeking a hands-on Business Systems Technician (Moonshiner) to rapidly design, fabricate, and test low-cost prototypes for Lean improvements. This role operates in the dedicated moonshine shop, turning concepts into testable shop-floor solutions.

You will build tactile mockups, support 3P events, and help Kaizen teams translate ideas into actionable prototypes while upholding safety and Lean principles. Onsite, hourly position.