Merit Specialist

Toyotetsu North America; Somerset (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Toyotetsu North America is seeking a MERIT Process Improvement Specialist for the 1st shift at our Somerset, KY site. The role focuses on applying a systematic approach to process improvement, data analysis, and presentation of findings to drive efficiency in manufacturing.

Responsibilities include performing root cause analysis, PDCA cycles, and cross-functional collaboration to design, implement, and monitor solutions. Travel to other TTNA sites is expected up to 15%.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn, receive training and take initiative.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to gather and analyze data.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and plant floor “Go and See” activity.
• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and Plex.
• Must have a minimum of two years of experience in a relevant position.

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand how to use Toyotetsu’s systematic approach to process improvement, including data analysis and presentation tools.
• Analyze data and performance trends to identify areas for improvement in manufacturing processes.
• Use Root Cause Analysis and PDCA to identify problems and propose solutions.
• Work with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and monitor solutions.
• Establish and improve standard work and Gentani where applicable.
• Conduct Kaizen activities to achieve departmental cost savings targets for loss reduction and Gentani improvement to support company goals for the SWWG.
• Utilize technology where appropriate to support digitization or digitalization within manufacturing processes.
• Present activity findings and results in a clear and concise manner.

Skills

Communication

Data analysis

Go-and-See

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Plex

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Toyotetsu America Inc - Somerset, KY 42503
• Position Type: Full Time
• Job Shift: First
• Job Category: Manufacturing

TTAI has an opening for one (1) MERIT Process Improvement Specialist on 1st shift. This position will report to the MERIT Manager.

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand how to use Toyotetsu’s systematic approach to process improvement, including data analysis and presentation tools.
• Analyze data and performance trends to identify areas for improvement in manufacturing processes.
• Use Root Cause Analysis and PDCA to identify problems and propose solutions.
• Work with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and monitor solutions.
• Establish and improve standard work and Gentani where applicable.
• Conduct Kaizen activities to achieve departmental cost savings targets for loss reduction and Gentani improvement to support company goals for the SWWG.
• Utilize technology where appropriate to support digitization or digitalization within manufacturing processes.
• Present activity findings and results in a clear and concise manner.

Toyotetsu will provide a safe working environment in an office setting (50%) as well as on the manufacturing plant floor (50%). There will be opportunities for travel to other TTNA manufacturing sites within North America expected up to 15%.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn, receive training, and take initiative.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to gather and analyze data.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and experience with plant floor “Go and See” activity.
• Advanced computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and Plex.
• Must have a minimum of two years of experience in a relevant position; must be able to demonstrate the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job.