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TIE Engineer 1

Denso

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$34.62-44.23 /h
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Maryville, TN
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Job Description

As posted by the hiring company

Job Overview:

**An updated resume is required for consideration**

Total Industrial Engineer Core Responsibilities
 

  • Champion the implementation of Toyota Production System (TPS) principles throughout the manufacturing plant to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives by conducting time studies and process observations to identify productivity, efficiency, and waste reduction opportunities.
  • Analyze manual and automated assembly processes to optimize labor utilization, equipment performance, workflow design, and manufacturing throughput.
  • Develop standardized work procedures, production balancing strategies, and takt-time-based manufacturing processes to support operational excellence objectives.
  • Design, implement, and continuously improve production and conveyance systems to reduce lead time, eliminate waste, and enhance operational performance.
  • Create visual management systems and production controls that enable rapid identification of process abnormalities, bottlenecks, and performance gaps.
  • Utilize TPS tools, including creating Material and Information Flow Diagrams (MIFDs), implementing kaizen, applying problem-solving methodologies, and conducting root cause analysis to drive sustainable process improvements.
  • Partner with Production, Logistics, Process Engineering, and Logistics Engineering teams to identify, prioritize, and execute improvement projects that support plant objectives.
  • Analyze manufacturing data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure process effectiveness and recommend corrective actions.
  • Support new product introductions, equipment installations, and process changes by evaluating impacts on workflow, labor requirements, material flow, and production capacity.
  • Facilitate employee training and coaching on TPS principles and continuous improvement practices to foster a culture of manufacturing excellence.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
  • 0-5 years in Industrial Engineering and or similar Engineering role.
  • Analytical & troubleshooting skills.
  • Working knowledge of MS Office products (primarily Excel and Power Point).

 

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: $72,000 - $92,000