Industrial Engineer 1 (TIE)

JOB DESCRIPTION The Total Industrial Engineer supports the plant's leadership in achieving financial and operational targets. Leads cross-functional team to implement continuous improvement activities following TPS principles.  KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  * Establish and expand TPS activity to visualize production progress and improve GENBA management throughout kaizen. * Develop and implement KAIZEN plans to eliminate waste based on JIT techniques to improve safety, quality, productivity, and profitability. * Introduce JIT tools and TPS principles from the design phase of product and processes to realize quick target achievement and future kaizen potential.  * Challenge and identify areas to kaizen the job’s processes and systems. * Develop kaizen leaders in the plant to increase TPS knowledge throughout the organization. * Promote and initiate TPS learning through one-on-one coaching and teaching.  * Work with project partners to move projects through the project's life cycle while verifying and validating impact and results. * Create and revisit Standardized Work documents to meet production areas' KPIs.  * Design manufacturing processes by visualizing the material and information flow of products. * Manage multiple different projects deadlines and deliverables. * Facilitate Continuous Improvement training on different TPS concepts.  * Coordinate cross-functional teams and drive implementation of kaizen. * Identify areas of need to eliminate waste, improve efficiency and reduce lead time. * Develop and design tools, jigs, flow racks, and other improvement items to resolve manufacturing problems and improve PR (Production Ratio) * Partner with production leaders and operators to generate and implement kaizen ideas. * Lead through influence to implement own cost reduction initiatives. * Develop and prepare presentations to all levels of management including executive monthly Excellent Factory meeting * Write and present A3 reports summarizing completed projects. * Periodic training and benchmarking trips to affiliated companies.   REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES * Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field  * High motivation and energy towards continuous improvement.   * Must be flexible to change projects and have the ability to multi-task as priorities change.   * Be flexible with working hours, as needed, to support project coverage and base month’s activities, including weekends periodically.     Benefits Summary:  * Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans   * 401K with 4% Company Match  * Vacation/PTO and 13 Paid Holidays   * Bonus Program   * FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs  * Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance  * Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs  * Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc.  * Tuition Reimbursement   * Career Development and Ongoing Training   * Employee Assistance Program   * Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program   * Volunteer Opportunities   * Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)  * Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)   * Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)  Candidates residing 50+ miles from the work location are eligible for relocation assistance.   Annual Salary: $70,000 - $87,000