Lean Technician II - Process Improvement & Kaizen

Nidec Corporation; Lexington (TN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Corporation in United States (Tennessee) seeks an entry-level Operations Associate to assist in documenting processes and improving manufacturing efficiency. You will support 6S+ initiatives, collect data for Kaizen events, and help deploy daily management system practices.

Ideal candidates have an Associate degree in engineering or related field with 0–2 years of manufacturing experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Microsoft Office

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Time Management

Organization

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Associate degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Nidec Corporation in United States (Tennessee) seeks an entry-level Operations Associate to assist in documenting processes and improving manufacturing efficiency. You will support 6S+ initiatives, collect data for Kaizen events, and help deploy daily management system practices.

Ideal candidates have an Associate degree in engineering or related field with 0–2 years of manufacturing experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.