Lean & Continuous Improvement Technician - Gilbert, AZ

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network • Gilbert, AZ

23h • Onsite

About The Position

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post. Job Description Shift 1 (5am -1:30PM) What you will do The Business Systems Technician (Moonshiner) is a hands‑on Lean prototyping technician responsible for rapidly designing, fabricating, and testing low‑cost solutions that support process improvement, 3P (Production Preparation Process) activities, and Kaizen events. This role operates within the “moonshine shop,” a dedicated space for creative experimentation, and transforms conceptual Lean ideas into physical prototypes that can be tested on the shop floor.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands on fabrication skills (wood, metal, plastics, fasteners, simple electrical).
• Ability to interpret sketches, simple drawings, and conceptual ideas.
• Creative problem solver with a bias for action and experimentation.
• Comfortable working in a fast paced, iterative environment with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in manufacturing, maintenance, or technical trades preferred.
• Familiarity with Lean principles (5S, waste elimination, flow, ergonomics) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Build low cost, rapid prototypes using available materials to support Lean improvements, ergonomic enhancements, and equipment modifications.
• Translate conceptual ideas from Kaizen teams into functional mock ups for evaluation and iteration.
• Support 3P events by constructing models, fixtures, layout mock ups, and process simulations.
• Collaborate closely with the Lean Technical Specialist to ensure prototypes align with Lean principles, safety standards, and operational requirements.
• Conduct try storming (rapid experimentation) to validate concepts before full scale implementation.
• Maintain the moonshine shop, including tools, materials, safety protocols, and documentation.
• Provide hands on support during Kaizen events, Gemba walks, and problem solving activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and contribute creative, practical solutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed