Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing, L.P. is seeking a skilled individual for our Continuous Improvement Technician I position at our DTTP - Waller, TX location. The Continues Improvement Technician studies existing processes and looks for ways to increase efficiency and productivity while ensuring quality and safety protocols are met. This role will support various areas of production such as Assembly, Fabrication, Materials and Engineering. This role will educate employees on Continuous Improvement/Kaizen principles and practices in order to drive process improvements. If you meet the qualifications listed below, then we invite you to apply for our open position by visiting our website at http://careers.daikincomfort.comand submit your resume.

Responsibilities:

• Implementation of Lean projects, including: application of lean tools to eliminate waste, workstation design, mock trials, fabrication, plant organizing, markings and labels, time studies, documentation, presentations.

Assist in the development of SOP’s specifically focused on plant manufacturing processes by utilizing time studies, spaghetti charts, material classification, PFEP, and visual management methods.
Develop and implement visual controls and signage in the plant to reinforce processes, provide metrics, and improve material flow.

• Work with selected plant management on how to develop Lean mindset and Lean oriented processes to improve efficiency and standardize work.
• Partner with plant assembly line staff to collect observations, ideas, and solutions.
• Lead participants of Kaizen workshops, training sessions, committee projects, etc.
• Educate, coach, and challenge process owners in the use of lean and statistical tools, approaches and techniques to create process management and measurement systems.
• Drive safety, quality and efficiency measures through proactive problem resolution, follow-up and follow-through.
• Perform additional duties as needed

Nature & Scope:

• Works within knowledge with minimal direction

Knowledge & Skills:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Working knowledge of material flow improvement, a plus
• Computer skills; be proficient in MS Office – Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint & Word
• Strong working knowledge of Lean principles and tools
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
• Demonstrated knowledge of plant systems, equipment, and operations
• Strong team player, results orientated, dedication to excellence and sense of urgency to achieve business objectives
• Ability to apply good judgement, effective decision-making skills, strong work ethics and integrity on the job
• Effective organizational and time management skills
• Serve as team’s point of contact with quality council and upper management
• Be able to provide team with motivation and required resources if need it.
• Lay the groundwork for gaining approval by upper management to implement any team recommendations
• Coordinate with required supervisors for availability of personnel

Experience:

• 3 years of experience preferably within a high volume manufacturing environment practicing

Education:

• Associates degree / Vocational training strongly preferred or equivalent experience.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.85 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person