Assembly Kanban Tech

Location: 

New Bremen, OH, US, 45869

Company Description:

 

Crown Equipment Corporation is a leading innovator in world-class forklift and material handling equipment and technology. As one of the world’s largest lift truck manufacturers, we are committed to providing the customer with the safest, most efficient and ergonomic lift truck possible to lower their total cost of ownership.

 

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the introduction of new kanbans and improving the kanban system for manufacturing.
  • Assure the manufacturing areas within the plant are properly utilizing the latest revision level of the kanban spreadsheet. 
  • Collaborate with other manufacturing groups as well as purchasing to improve material flow by optimizing inventory levels controlled through kanbans.
  • Other duties may include general lean manufacturing support activities, and the support of new production introduction to manufacturing.
  • Provide general lean manufacturing support as required to improve manufacturing and office processes as directed by the Plant PIC Leader. 
  • Conduct cycle count inventory process to ensure accuracy and timely execution.
  • Monitor over-picks & mis-picks and looking for trends in this area.
  • Schedule categories for cycle count inventory and maintain strict records.
  • Oversee and evaluate stock rotation procedures.

 

Qualifications

  • This position requires a high school diploma along with three to five years experience of materials management in a manufacturing environment. 
  • Prior experience in a lean manufacturing environment that utilizes pull systems and/or kanbans is desired. 
  • Proficiency in Excel, Baan, and Mapper are preferred.  Must demonstrate good communication and organizational skills.

 

Work Authorization:

 

Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.


No agency calls please.

 

Compensation and Benefits:

 

Crown offers an excellent wage and benefits package for full-time employees including Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Benefits Plan, 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Life and Disability Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, and much more.

EO/AA Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

 


Nearest Major Market: Lima
Nearest Secondary Market: Findlay

Job Segment: Forklift, Warehouse, Assembly, Manufacturing