Lean Technician

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai is looking for a Business Systems Technician to work in a creative environment focused on Lean prototyping. Your responsibilities will include designing and building low-cost prototypes to enhance processes and support Kaizen events.

The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical skills and experience in manufacturing or technical trades. You will collaborate closely with teams to convert ideas into functional models while maintaining safety and operational standards.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on fabrication skills (wood, metal, plastics).
• Experience in manufacturing, maintenance, or technical trades preferred.
• Ability to interpret sketches and simple drawings.

Responsibilities

• Build low-cost rapid prototypes to support Lean improvements.
• Translate conceptual ideas into functional mock-ups.
• Support 3P events with models and process simulations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on fabrication skills

Creative problem solving

Familiarity with Lean principles

Job description

Shift 1 (5am - 1:30 PM)

What you will do

The Business Systems Technician (Moonshiner) is a hands‑on Lean prototyping technician responsible for rapidly designing, fabricating, and testing low‑cost solutions that support process improvement, 3P (Production Preparation Process) activities, and Kaizen events. This role operates within the “moonshine shop,” a dedicated space for creative experimentation, and transforms conceptual Lean ideas into physical prototypes that can be tested on the shop floor.

How you will do it

• 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 rapid experimentation ("try storming") 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.

What we look for

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands‑on fabrication skills (wood, metal, plastics, fasteners, simple electrical).
• Experience in manufacturing, maintenance, or technical trades preferred.
• Ability to interpret sketches, simple drawings, and conceptual ideas.
• Creative problem solver 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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