Engineer I - Production Engineering (Paint)

TNA Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc. Company; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount

Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Plan

Comprehensive health care and wellness

Paid holidays and paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc. is seeking a passionate Engineer for the Paint Production Engineering (PE) department in Kentucky.

The role focuses on managing area project schedules for new equipment installation, new model introductions, shop capacity studies and overall facilitation with plant production groups. You will report to the Regional Manager and support capital projects, ensure competitive daily operations, and collaborate with multiple contractors to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering, Engineering Technology (or similar), or 4+ of professional experience in Paint Manufacturing.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Proficient with Microsoft PowerPoint
• Experience in high volume manufacturing environment
• Experience coordinating equipment installations with multiple contractors
• Project Management experience, including schedule creation and KPI tracking
• Added bonus if you have AutoCAD and Catia experience including the ability to read, interpret and modify drawings
• Experience writing equipment specifications
• Experience with Ringi development and requisition preparation
• Experience with PLC’s and Andon

Responsibilities

• Support area project planning, equipment procurement, implementation and follow-up
• Support new model introductions, including equipment modifications, process jigs, etc.
• Lead competitiveness improvement projects for local production shop
• Negotiate scope of work and define roles/responsibilities within the project
• Identify necessary investment and equipment modifications for capacity increases, model mixes, etc.

Skills

Project management

Excel

PowerPoint

Manufacturing coordination

Equipment installation coordination

Reading drawings

Ringi development

Equipment specifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (or similar)

4+ years of Paint Manufacturing experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Catia

PLC/Andon tools

Job description

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 talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us. Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, ‘job flexibility benefits' [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota’s TMNA Production Engineering (PE) Paint Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Engineer. The primary responsibility of this role is to manage area project schedules for new equipment installation, new model introduction, shop capacity studies, competitiveness improvements and overall facilitation with related plant production groups. Reporting to the Regional Manager, the person in this role will support the Paint PE department's objective to effectively manage capital projects, new model introductions and provide necessary support to ensure competitive daily operations.

What you’ll be doing

• Support area project planning, equipment procurement, implementation and follow-up
• Support new model introductions, including equipment modifications, process jigs, etc.
• Lead competitiveness improvement projects for local production shop
• Negotiate scope of work and define roles/responsibilities within the project
• Identify necessary investment and equipment modifications for capacity increases, model mixes, etc.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering, Engineering Technology (or similar), or 4+ of professional experience in Paint Manufacturing
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Proficient with Microsoft PowerPoint
• Experience in high volume manufacturing environment
• Experience coordinating equipment installations with multiple contractors
• Project Management experience, including schedule creation and KPI tracking
• Added bonus if you have AutoCAD and Catia experience including the ability to read, interpret and modify drawings
• Experience writing equipment specifications
• Experience with Ringi development and requisition preparation
• Experience with PLC’s and Andon

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
• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable)
• 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)
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star.

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, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to [e-mail].

Career Possibilities

At Toyota, we don’t just have a vision, but a group of talented, dedicated people who work hard every day to turn that vision into reality. Our mission is to build a future where everyone has the freedom to move. We believe that nothing is impossible. We have big dreams and persevere through any obstacles. We work together to create the future of mobility and make the world a better place.

Career Possibilities: Toyota is a place for people who dream big and are determined to make those dreams a reality. We encourage innovation and look for people who will challenge the status quo in order to make the world a better place. We thrive on teamwork and collaboration and know diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are not only the right thing for our people, they are a business imperative. Together, we’re empowered to forge our own paths — to be agile, curious and embrace a growth mindset and immerse ourselves in situations to gain new perspectives and to inspire bold, innovative ways of thinking and working. Our success as a company is directly tied to our team members’ success, and our collective ability to give back to society through an unwavering commitment to delight our customers and make people’s lives better.

If you want to be part of the next-generation of innovations that help keep the world moving, then join us. And let’s start our impossible, together.