Job Description

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

What will you do?

The Kanban Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing material flow strategies across production lines. This role ensures that materials are delivered efficiently, accurately, and on time to support manufacturing operations. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance overall productivity. Additionally, this position will audit the Kanban process, oversee the management of Kanban cards, and ensure that the entire flow operates seamlessly across internal operations and supplier interactions.

How will you do it?

Develop and implement material flow processes to support production requirements.
Design layouts and logistics strategies for efficient material handling.
Define and maintain Kanban systems, picklists, and replenishment methods.
Collaborate with manufacturing, planning, and warehouse teams to align material flow with production schedules.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on material delivery and inventory accuracy.
Support implementation of lean manufacturing and ABC/XYZ analysis for material classification.
Monitor KPIs related to material availability, line stoppages, and logistics efficiency.
Audit Kanban processes and Kanban cards to ensure the entire flow operates seamlessly.
Lead the development and on-site training of the Kanban methodology to strengthen adoption and sustainability.

What are we looking for?

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.
2–4 years of experience in material flow, logistics engineering, or manufacturing support.
Knowledge of material flow processes.
Experience in designing and creating PFEP & ABC/XYZ analysis.
Knowledge in tugger route implementation.
Knowledge in Kanban and Kitting process implementation.
Familiarity with lean tools and methodologies.
Ability to calculate headcount requirements.
Experience with software design and intermediate Excel skills.
Intermediate English proficiency (written and spoken).
Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred).
Analytical skills with ability to interpret data and propose improvements.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

What do we offer?

Comprehensive benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Supportive and inclusive work environment.
Commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.
Engagement in meaningful projects that make a difference.

Johnson Controls does not request pregnancy or HIV testing as a condition for hiring, continued employment, or promotion, in accordance with its commitment to labor equality and non-discrimination.

About Johnson Controls

At Johnson Controls, we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. As the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet.

Building on a proud history of 140 years of innovation, we deliver the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, manufacturing and beyond through OpenBlue, our comprehensive digital offering.

Today, Johnson Controls offers the world`s largest portfolio of building technology and software as well as service solutions from some of the most trusted names in the industry.

Visit www.johnsoncontrols.com for more information.

Industry

Manufacturing & Production

Company Size

10,000+ employees

Headquarters

Cork, IE

Year Founded

Unknown

Website

johnsoncontrols.com

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Kanban Engineer

Job Description

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

What will you do?

How will you do it?

Develop and implement material flow processes to support production requirements.

Design layouts and logistics strategies for efficient material handling.

Define and maintain Kanban systems, picklists, and replenishment methods.

Collaborate with manufacturing, planning, and warehouse teams to align material flow with production schedules.

Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on material delivery and inventory accuracy.

Support implementation of lean manufacturing and ABC/XYZ analysis for material classification.

Monitor KPIs related to material availability, line stoppages, and logistics efficiency.

Audit Kanban processes and Kanban cards to ensure the entire flow operates seamlessly.

Lead the development and on-site training of the Kanban methodology to strengthen adoption and sustainability.

What are we looking for?

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.

2–4 years of experience in material flow, logistics engineering, or manufacturing support.

Knowledge of material flow processes.

Experience in designing and creating PFEP & ABC/XYZ analysis.

Knowledge in tugger route implementation.

Knowledge in Kanban and Kitting process implementation.

Familiarity with lean tools and methodologies.

Ability to calculate headcount requirements.

Experience with software design and intermediate Excel skills.

Intermediate English proficiency (written and spoken).

Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred).

Analytical skills with ability to interpret data and propose improvements.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

What do we offer?

Comprehensive benefits package.

Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Supportive and inclusive work environment.

Commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.

Engagement in meaningful projects that make a difference.

Johnson Controls does not request pregnancy or HIV testing as a condition for hiring, continued employment, or promotion, in accordance with its commitment to labor equality and non-discrimination.

About Johnson Controls