Production Engineer - TPS (MSFT)

Your Contribution You will drive continuous improvement initiatives through Toyota Production System (TPS) methodologies by leading Kaizen activities, supporting Toyota Co-operation Club (TCC) programs, improving manufacturing efficiency, and promoting TPS and MAHLE Production System (MPS) practices across the organization. Act as the main representative for Toyota Co-operation Club (TCC) activities and coordinate with Toyota on TPS initiatives. Support Toyota assessments, audits, and improvement activities, including preparation of reports and presentations. Analyze production processes using Takt Time, Cycle Time, and Line Balancing methodologies. Lead Kaizen activities to eliminate waste, improve productivity, and reduce manufacturing lead time. Develop and improve Standardized Work practices and manufacturing process standards. Identify improvement opportunities through process observation, data analysis, and shop floor activities. Support achievement of Quality, Cost, Delivery, Safety, Morale, and Environment (QCDSME) targets. Drive the implementation of TPS tools and methodologies, including Kaizen, JIT, Jidoka, Heijunka, Kanban, Visual Management, Standardized Work, and Material & Information Flow Analysis (MIFC). Develop and maintain TPS standards, procedures, and best practices. Conduct audits and follow-up activities to ensure sustainability of TPS implementation. Support and coordinate MAHLE Production System (MPS) deployment activities. Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor Your Experience & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field. Minimum 3–5 years of experience in Toyota Production System (TPS), Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Production Engineering within the automotive industry. Experience working with Toyota or participating in TCC TPS activities is preferred. Strong knowledge of Toyota Production System (TPS) principles and Lean Manufacturing concepts. Understanding of Time Study, Line Balancing, Takt Time, Cycle Time analysis, and process improvement methodologies. Experience using TPS and Lean Manufacturing tools to drive operational improvements. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and SAP. Strong planning, project management, and cross-functional coordination skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Good interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Native Thai speaker with strong spoken and written English skills. Willingness to work on-site at MAHLE Siam Filter Systems Co., Ltd. – Kingkaew 33, Samut Prakan. Our Offering We will provide a collaborative environment working on exciting assignments, along with ongoing personal & career development opportunities. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles! After receiving your online application, the interview process will typically be a screening call followed by Personal Interview(s). #DiversityMatters with our inclusive culture, we welcome applications from all social, religious & ethnical backgrounds, disabilities both mental and physical, identities (gender) and neurodivergent people. Do you have any questions? KANTANUT.HUTEM@MAHLE.COM