Summit Polymers ยท 1 month ago
Lean Manufacturing Engineer
Portage, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expSummit Polymers is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems. They are seeking a Corporate SLMS Engineer to improve manufacturing operations through the Summit Lean Manufacturing System, focusing on training, auditing, and continuous improvement activities across both domestic and international plants.
AutomotiveManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Conducts routine SLMS Audits and leads corresponding kaizen activities
Leads Standardized Work training events to develop or improve existing standard work conditions
Analyzes methods and manufacturing processes for improvement, simplification, and cost reduction using kaizen mentality and standardized work development tools
Identifies barriers to successful program launches and provides support for new program development activities when required
Special project kaizen activities per plant request to improve efficiency of operations
Participates in PPS (Practical Problem Solving) activities
Assists in preparation and leadership of semi-annual corporate SLMS group kaizen activities (Jishuken) at selected manufacturing plants
Prepares and participates in leading bi-weekly SLMS meetings, facilitating reviews of plant kaizen events, company standards & best practices, and innovations
Develop best-practices based on observations and presentations to spread company-wide (Yokoten)
Maintains, improves and updates SLMS training materials and documentation
Leads 'Train the trainer' activities for SLMS engineers on standardized work and SLMS training courses
Audits current bill of material (BOM) standards to ensure accurate measurement of operational work performance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or technical field
Hands-on individual who prefers the shop floor to an office environment
A passion for the Toyota Production System
Ability and willingness to learn from shop floor experiences
Highly energetic, confident, and assertive with the ability to lead and motivate others
Strong Communication skills and ability to train to the plant SLMS Engineers and functional managers
Ability to interact and build consensus with individuals at all levels throughout the organization
Demonstrated success in project management
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Willingness to travel to manufacturing plants in the USA, Mexico and Asia
A minimum score of 50 on the Wonderlic Select Assessment (Traditional score of 26 on the cognitive portion)
Preferred
1-3 years of experience in a lean manufacturing role in the automotive industry
Proficiency with CAD systems (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or DraftSight preferred)
Company
Summit Polymers
Summit Polymers is a automotive supplier of injection molded interior trim.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2023-12-24
2022-04-29
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