$108200 - $175800 Year
Monday to Friday
Day shift
Health insurance
Paid time off
Employee discount
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule
Parental Leave
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible spending account
Retirement plan
Others
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.
Communication
Leadership
Teamwork
Interpersonal
Learning/adaptability
Self-management
Organizational
Computer
Problem solving
Open mindedness
Strong work ethic
technology
Others
Experience in Paint
Manufacturing
On going position
In-person