Lean Technician II

Nidec Motor Corporation; Lexington (TN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec in the United States is seeking an entry-level Manufacturing/Process role to assist in collecting information and documenting processes to improve efficiency and productivity in our Lexington plant.

This role supports the 6S+ program, Kaizen events, and daily management system deployment, requiring strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in engineering or related field; applicable experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• 0–2 years manufacturing experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting information and documenting processes to improve the efficiency and productivity of manufacturing operations.
• Follow up on the 6S+ program in the plant by teaching, supporting , and facilitating workshops.
• Collect data and assist to the preparation of Kaizen events (time studies, waste analysis, balance charts, define playbooks)
• Teach, implement, and support daily management system deployment and maturity.
• Focus improvements as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

• Assist in collecting information and documenting processes to improve the efficiency and productivity of manufacturing operations.
• Follow up on the 6S+ program in the plant by teaching, supporting , and facilitating workshops.
• Collect data and assist to the preparation of Kaizen events (time studies, waste analysis, balance charts, define playbooks)
• Teach, implement, and support daily management system deployment and maturity.
• Focus improvements as assigned.

Work Experience Requirements

• Strong communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft office
• Exceptional technical skills, analytical ability, judgment, and strong operational focus
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Minimum of 0 - 2 years' experience in manufacturing

Education Requirements

• Associate degree in engineering or related field; applicable experience may be considered in lieu of degree

Additional Job Details

Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action at Nidec Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

Work Shift Schedule

First Shift (United States of America)

Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.

Nidec has worked its way up to become the world's No.1 manufacturer of small precision motors. In the process, Nidec has gradually expanded its product lineup to include a variety of small to large motors, application products for machinery, electronic and optical components. At present, its products are used in a wide range of fields and devices including information and telecommunications equipment, office equipment, home appliances, automobiles, industrial equipment, and environmental energy.

"For Everything that Spins and Moves", the Group is creating next-generation drive technologies to meet the needs of the society.