TIE Engineer 1
DENSO Career Connection · hcwt.com
MaryvilleOn-siteEntry level0–5 yrs
The job in short
Industrial engineering for a manufacturing plant applying Toyota Production System continuous improvement.
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Details
- Found
- 22 d ago · posted 2026-09-16
- Location as listed
- Maryville, TN, United States
- Role
- Manufacturing / Industrial Engineer
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
**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
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