Group Leader - Night Shift

Toyota; Carolina (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team Member Vehicle Discount

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive health care plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Toyota Manufacturing in the United States is seeking an Operations Leader to manage day-to-day production activities with a safety and quality mindset while developing a team of direct reports.

Reporting to the Production Manager, you will drive KPI delivery, lead hiring, and mentor team members on problem solving, with potential travel to Japan to share best practices and learnings. This role supports a robust benefits package and relocation assistance where applicable.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing degree or equivalent experience.
• Engineering background preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data analytics.
• Strong leadership and dedication to continuous improvement.
• Experience in production manpower planning and scheduling.
• Willing to work a 12 hour night shift.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day production on the floor and coach team members.
• Lead hiring, onboarding and development of the manufacturing team.
• Establish and manage a visual floor management system and track KPIs.
• Meet production KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote a safety-first work culture and uphold professional standards.
• Coordinate with leadership to ensure on-time delivery and quality.
• Possibly travel to Japan to acquire knowledge and best practices for manufacturing.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

People development

Production planning

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Shop floor operations

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analytics

Job description

Overview

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 Manufacturing is looking to develop new innovative solutions to support the future of mobility, and values being a member of a local and global community. We offer an inclusive team environment that values “respect for people” and we are a company with a rich history and an exciting future to pursue your professional dreams. Along with great pay, amazing benefits, and a stable work environment – Toyota Manufacturing has it all.

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 Manufacturing is looking to develop new innovative solutions to support the future of mobility, and values being a member of a local and global community. We offer an inclusive team environment that values “respect for people” and we are a company with a rich history and an exciting future to pursue your professional dreams. Along with great pay, amazing benefits, and a stable work environment – Toyota Manufacturing has it all.

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.

Toyota’s Production Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Operations Leader.

The primary responsibility of this role is to manage day-to-day production activities with a safety and quality mindset, while also developing a team of direct reports.

Reporting to the Production Manager, the person in this role will support the Production department's objective to meet our daily KPI’s and manage our production to ensure product delivery.

What you’ll be doing

• Spend significant time on the production floor overseeing processes and developing team members' manufacturing capabilities and problem-solving methodologies
• Provide leadership coaching and mentorship to all team members with a strong focus on people development
• Establish and manage a visual floor management system
• Meet production KPIs, create and visualize production status, drive measurable and continual improvements
• Promote and exemplify a safety-first work culture
• Maintain a high standard of professionalism, integrity, and respect in all interactions. Uphold company values and ensure that all team members do the same
• Lead hiring and establishing the manufacturing team, including recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding
• Potential for travel to Japan to acquire first‑hand knowledge, technical know‑how, and manufacturing best practices for implementing battery manufacturing plans
• Ensure the manufacturing team gains and deploys this knowledge and has access to best practice resources

What you bring

• Manufacturing technical expertise: degree or equivalent work experience demonstrating knowledge of manufacturing technical fundamentals
• Experience in manufacturing or process industries, preferably with an engineering background
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analytics experience required
• Strong leadership skills with experience leading teams, coaching problem-solving, and driving continuous improvement
• Experience in production manpower planning aligned with running production processes (e.g., attendance, absenteeism, overtime management)
• Comfort with shop floor operations, ability to assess situations, and deploy resources to solve problems and abnormalities
• Willing to work a 12 hour night shift

Added bonus if you have

• Experience with equipment reliability and new equipment technology related to start-ups, major model changes, or product launches
• Knowledge of battery, cell/module, or similar highly automated production environments
• Knowledge or experience with Lean Manufacturing principles (Shop Organization, Visualization, Problem Solving)

What we’ll bring

• 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 offReferral 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.