Production Engineer: Lean Improvements & Process Layouts

Toyota Material Handling; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Performance Bonus

401(k) match

Job summary

Toyota Material Handling North America is seeking a Production Engineer to own a manufacturing area, drive continuous improvement, and lead cross-functional projects. You’ll collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers, Maintenance, and Leadership to analyze equipment and processes and implement improvements.

The role is in Columbus, Indiana, in-person, with opportunities to mentor entry-level engineers and contribute to engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial).
• 0-3 years hands-on experience preferred.
• Ability to interpret and create 2D/3D CAD for manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Willingness and ability to work hands-on.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement safety, quality, and productivity improvements for equipment and processes.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers, Maintenance, and Leadership to analyze equipment and process constraints.
• Analyze chronic or systemic issues to identify long-term improvement opportunities.
• Support introduction of new models by reviewing proposals and planning manufacturing changes.
• Develop material/part flow diagrams and visualize process layouts with constraints.
• Execute projects with schedules, budgets, and KPIs and mentor entry-level engineers.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Problem solving

Communication

Hands-on

Lean principles understanding

Education

Bachelor's or Associate in Engineering/Engineering Technology

Tools

Solidworks

Inventor

AutoCAD

Catia

Job description

Toyota Material Handling North America is seeking a Production Engineer to own a manufacturing area, drive continuous improvement, and lead cross-functional projects. You’ll collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers, Maintenance, and Leadership to analyze equipment and processes and implement improvements.

The role is in Columbus, Indiana, in-person, with opportunities to mentor entry-level engineers and contribute to engineering standards.