Peter Cox

Business Manager and Consultant

Peter has a wealth of experience in senior management roles at Toyota New Zealand including Engineering, Production, Quality, Training, Human Resources and Business Development. He has also worked as Senior Group Leader for Toyota Motor Manufacturing UK, Production Manager for Electrolux New Zealand, Arthur Ellis and Dynamic Controls.

Developing his knowledge and understanding of Lean Thinking (the Toyota Production System) began nearly 40 years ago at Toyota, taking him to Toyota Motor Corporation in Japan to see and understand the philosophies in practice.  He has an extensive record of success in implementing Lean Thinking into a diverse range of industries in New Zealand and Australia.

Peter continues to consult as this is his passion – seeing the successes that companies enjoy under his coaching and guidance.

He also co-hosting the Lean Japan Study Tours alongside Shinka Management, guiding participants through inspiring educational programmes and factory visits.