Lean Prototyping Technician (Kaizen & 3P)

Alloy Enterprises; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls International plc. is seeking a hands-on Business Systems Technician (Moonshiner) to rapidly design, fabricate, and test low-cost prototypes in a dedicated moonshine shop that supports Lean improvements and Kaizen events.

You will build models and fixtures, translate ideas into functional mockups, and collaborate with the Lean Technical Specialist to ensure safety and Lean alignment. The role requires strong fabrication skills and comfort with rapid experimentation in a

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on fabrication skills in wood, metal, plastics, fasteners, and simple electrical.
• Experience in manufacturing, maintenance, or technical trades preferred.
• Ability to interpret sketches, simple drawings, and conceptual ideas.
• Creative problem solving with a bias for action and experimentation.
• Familiarity with Lean principles (5S, waste elimination, flow, ergonomics) is an asset.
• Comfortable working in a fast paced, iterative environment with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Build low cost, rapid prototypes using available materials to support Lean improvements, ergonomic enhancements, and equipment modifications.
• Translate conceptual ideas from Kaizen teams into functional mock ups for evaluation and iteration.
• Support 3P events by constructing models, fixtures, layout mock ups, and process simulations.
• Collaborate closely with the Lean Technical Specialist to ensure prototypes align with Lean principles, safety standards, and operational requirements.
• Conduct try storming (rapid experimentation) to validate concepts before full scale implementation.
• Maintain the moonshine shop, including tools, materials, safety protocols, and documentation.
• Provide hands on support during Kaizen events, Gemba walks, and problem solving activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and contribute creative, practical solutions.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Fabrication skills

Lean principles knowledge

Sketch interpretation

Creative problem solving

Fast paced environment

Job description

Johnson Controls International plc. is seeking a hands-on Business Systems Technician (Moonshiner) to rapidly design, fabricate, and test low-cost prototypes in a dedicated moonshine shop that supports Lean improvements and Kaizen events.

You will build models and fixtures, translate ideas into functional mockups, and collaborate with the Lean Technical Specialist to ensure safety and Lean alignment. The role requires strong fabrication skills and comfort with rapid experimentation in a