Lean Consultant at Toyota Nationwide Forklifts

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Jan, 26

Salary

133700.0

Posted On

28 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Lean Consulting, Continuous Improvement, Toyota Production System, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Standard Work, Just-In-Time, Coaching, Communication, Project Management, Workshop Facilitation, Efficiency Improvement, Mentoring, Problem Solving, Cultural Transformation, Leadership Development

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Join our Team as a Lean Consultant! The Role: We are seeking a passionate and seasoned Lean Consultant to join the Toyota/Raymond Lean Management (TLM/RLM) team. In this role, you’ll bring energy, curiosity, and proven expertise in continuous improvement to help transform organizations through the power of the Toyota Production System. You’ll collaborate with diverse teams across North America, supporting dealerships and customers in eliminating waste, driving efficiency, and fostering a true culture of continuous improvement. If you thrive on solving complex challenges and mentoring leaders to reach their full potential, this is the place for you. What You’ll Be Doing: * Partner with dealership and customer leadership teams to develop and implement Lean improvement strategies. * Facilitate engaging workshops and value stream mapping sessions to uncover opportunities for efficiency and growth. * Coach executives and managers to build and sustain Lean culture, leveraging proven methodologies like 5S, Standard Work, and Just-In-Time. * Deliver both classroom instruction and hands-on guidance to translate Lean principles into meaningful workplace improvements. * Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional communication and follow-through. What We’re Looking For: * Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or similar). * 15+ years of leadership experience in areas such as: Material Handling, Operations, Healthcare, Supply Chain, within a Lean-practicing organization. * Deep academic understanding and application experience of key Lean concepts: 5S, Standard Work, Just In Time (JIT), Jidoka, Visual Management, One Piece Flow, Kaizen, Asaichi/Loop communication, Hoshin Kanri. * Strong communication and coaching skills, with experience guiding leaders and teams toward long-term change. * Willingness to travel up to 70% domestically across the U.S. What Sets You Apart: * Lean experience from a TPS/TLM/RLM environment, emphasizing developing human capital and total company culture over dispatching experts to solve problems and drive change. Where and When You’ll Work: * This role is fully remote within United States. All you need is a reliable internet connection and a passion for what you do. * Since travel is primarily by air, living near a major airport is highly advantageous. * Ability to manage an autonomous schedule aligned with the needs of dealerships and customers. What Your Total Compensation & Benefits Package will look like: Salary - $94,000 - $133,700 per year. Compensation depends on the selected candidate’s education and experience. World Class Benefits: * Competitive Salary * Generous Paid Time Off and 13 Paid Holidays * Affordable Medical plans and no-cost Dental & Vision options * 100% 401(k) match up to 6% * Company-Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability * Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health care, legal support, and financial guidance * Recognition and Kaizen (continuous improvement) Reward Programs * Meaningful opportunities for personal and professional development * Best in class work culture! Big Name | Big Opportunities | Life is Better at Toyota Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA), the industry leader in forklift sales, comprises two main brands: Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation. We believe investing in the best people, products, and processes will fuel our future success, and we will always be driven by our foundational principles of “respect for people” and “continuous improvement”. With opportunities across North America, we are confident you will find the right position within TMHNA that can help you build a long, fulfilling career. Learn more here: https://www.toyotaforklift.com/careers [https://www.toyotaforklift.com/careers] Follow us on Social Media: Working at Toyota Material Handling | Glassdoor [https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Toyota-Material-Handling-EI_IE14275.11,35.htm]

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Responsibilities

The Lean Consultant will partner with dealership and customer leadership teams to develop and implement Lean improvement strategies while facilitating workshops to uncover opportunities for efficiency. They will coach executives and managers to build and sustain a Lean culture and manage multiple projects simultaneously.