• Job Description

  Req#: 10245877

  Overview

  Who we are

  Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for diverse, talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

  To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.
  

  Who we’re looking for

  Toyota Auto Body California (TABC) is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Senior Engineer - Plant Operations

  The primary responsibility of this role is to support TABC’s Bodyweld and Paint production for its customers.

  The Senior Engineer - Plant Operations will provide engineering support by addressing daily problem-solving tasks and the projects associated with volume changes and kaizens primarily in the Bodyweld Shop.

  What you’ll be doing

  • Lead/Support Annual Plan (Hoshin) activity
  • Support/lead floor space management activities
  • Responsible for project budgets and timely implementation
  • Write and Implement Budget Proposals (Ringi’s) - related to Capital and Operating costs.
  • Support manufacturing (Body Weld / Electro-Deposition (ED) Coat) in Safety, Quality, and Production (Operation Rate %) with challenges related to Key Performance Indicator targets and kaizen activity.
  • Lead / Support problem-solving activities via Toyota Business Process (TBP’s), Quality Circles, and Flash Reports
  • Work with Regional Leads (S.O.A.R.) to share and implement best practices.
  • Support manufacturing with Engineering Change management from each of TABC’s customers
  • Develop scopes of work, establish operation plans, and manage projects related to new/modified equipment installations, equipment upgrades, and repairs.
  • Ensure the paint process is operating per Toyota, PPG, and Henkel standard working with lab operators and maintenance Team Members to identify C/M and Kaizen opportunities.
  • Ongoing Electro-Deposition process equipment refurbishment, improvement, and replacement
  • Set up Electro-Deposition trials to support paint and part changes.
  • Provide training for team members on Process and Equipment
  • Work with Suppliers & Vendors to keep current on Process Information & Technology

  What you bring

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering
  • Experience in Paint and/or Coatings manufacturing or similar
  • Project management experience for capital manufacturing projects, including project creation and KPI tracking through to the completed project
  • Experience troubleshooting for product quality and manufacturing equipment

  Added bonus if you have

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in chemical engineering
  • Stamping or Welding experience
  • Experience in an Automotive Manufacturing or Production role
  • Electro-Deposition experience
  • Experience with wastewater processing
  • Haz Mat handling and disposal experience
  • PLC experience

  What we’ll bring

  During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

  • A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

  • Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement

  • Vehicle purchase & lease programs

  • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family

  • Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable)

  • Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute

  • Paid holidays and paid time off

  • Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools, and more

  • Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)

  The annual base salary range for this position is

  $108,200.00 - $175,800.00

  Belonging at Toyota

  Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong. As a company that has been one of DiversityInc’s Top 50 Companies for Diversity and a member of The Billion Dollar Roundtable supporting minority and woman-owned suppliers for over 10 years, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business.

  Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

  Have a question or need assistance with your application? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com .

• About the company

  3118381 Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. is the North American Toyota sales, marketing, and distribution subsidiary devoted to the United States market.

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