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Summit Polymer

Lean Manufacturing Engineer

Sturgis, MI · On-site

General Manager SUMMARY The SLMS Engineer is a technical and plant floor focused leadership ... Lead the implementation of SLMS in all areas of the facility * Conduct routine SLMS Audits and lead ...

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What is the difference between Lean Implementation Manager vs Continuous Improvement Specialist?

AspectLean Implementation ManagerContinuous Improvement Specialist
CertificationsLean, Six Sigma, Project ManagementLean, Six Sigma, Kaizen
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, Healthcare, LogisticsManufacturing, Service Industries, Healthcare
Primary FocusLeading lean initiatives, process redesignIdentifying improvement opportunities, supporting projects

The Lean Implementation Manager typically leads lean projects, focusing on implementing process improvements across organizations. In contrast, the Continuous Improvement Specialist supports ongoing process enhancements, often working on specific projects or areas. Both roles require similar certifications and work in comparable environments, but the manager has a broader leadership responsibility, while the specialist focuses on supporting continuous improvement efforts.

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Lean Manufacturing Engineer

Lean Manufacturing Engineer

Summit Polymer

Sturgis, MI • On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

Summit Polymers rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

61st of 78 rated plastic manufacturers

Job description

Summit Polymers is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles, door panels, and instrument panels. With over 50 years serving the industry, we deliver engineering and product excellence to our customers, on time, in budget, with the latest innovations.
JOIN A TEAM WHERE YOU'LL BE CHALLENGED AND valued.
A career with Summit Polymers means working with smart people in a culture that thrives on challenging, meaningful work. At Summit, we look for growth potential with every hire. We don't just fill seats, we set people on career paths. We're always on the lookout for smart people who are committed to continuous improvement, customer service and quality.
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Engineer, Manufacturing (SLMS) FLSA STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: General Manager
SUMMARY
The SLMS Engineer is a technical and plant floor focused leadership position with an emphasis on improving manufacturing operations across the plant using SLMS (Summit Lean Manufacturing System - developed from Toyota Production System).
This position requires a hands-on person who prefers the plant floor to the cubicle, and who will develop a passion for implementing SLMS into the manufacturing processes. The successful engineer will be humble, willing to learn from shop floor experiences as well as from team members on the production lines.
This position also requires strong analytical skills with the ability to gather and analyze information and make decisions based on that information. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, have project management and leadership skills, as well as the initiative and ability to get things done with and through others. Problem solving, communication, mathematic, and Microsoft Excel capability are also required.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Shop Floor:
  • Lead the implementation of SLMS in all areas of the facility
  • Conduct routine SLMS Audits and lead corresponding kaizen activities derived from the audits
  • Analyze manufacturing methods for process improvement, work balance and cost reduction using kaizen mentality and standardized work development tools
  • Teaching SLMS principles and concepts in a class room and shop floor environment to all plant employees from plant floor to plant management
  • Lead and manage projects while working independently, including independent decision-making on the shop floor
  • Develop and maintain plant floor layout(s)
  • Occasional travel to other SPI plants
  • Other duties as required by General Manager

Learning:
  • Person will understand the theory and application in all aspects of SLMS (Jidoka, JIT, stability, True North - standardized work, pull systems, problem solving, material and information flow etc)
  • Ability to identify and eliminate waste throughout the plant
  • Broad range of experiences with different processes and environments
  • Learn how to organize shop floor activities, how to coach others to "learn SLMS by doing"
  • How to combine class room and shop floor learning

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Engineering or related degree or 3 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • Possesses the ability to gather and analyze information and make decisions from a limited number of choices
  • Ability to effectively communicate and coach all levels from plant floor operators to plant management.
  • Microsoft office products including (excel, word

  • A minimum score of 50 on the Wonderlic Select Assessment (26 on the Cognitive section).

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
This position typically does require less than 5% travel.
DISCLAIMER
The information contained in this job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Agreement to complete all post-hire required training.

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