Paint Engineer

Toyota North America; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Toyota North America is seeking a Paint Engineer to support the Paint New Model team, preparing the shop for future model changes and driving safety, quality, and productivity improvements. You will report to the Paint Manager and help ensure smooth introductions of new models and shop projects.

Ideal candidates have plant-level automotive manufacturing experience, can coordinate multi-disciplinary activities, and are willing to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience with technical specifications and implementation of major and minor equipment and/or process changes.
• Experience supporting and coordinating problem solving activities related to Safety, Quality, Productivity, and/or Cost.
• Able and willing to work up to 20% overtime, including weekends & July/December holiday shutdowns as necessary

Responsibilities

• Support engineering projects and continuous improvement initiatives for Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Cost.
• Provide technical support for Paint production processes, equipment, and manufacturing systems to help ensure safe and stable operations.
• Assist with supplier and contractor coordination activities, including scope clarification, equipment information, safety requirements, scheduling, and issue follow-up.
• Participate in risk assessments and support the implementation of safety improvements, engineering countermeasures, and process enhancements.
• Perform structured problem-solving and basic root cause analysis to help resolve process, equipment, and manufacturing system issues.
• Help develop, update, and maintain engineering standards, procedures, and best practices that support process stability and knowledge retention.
• Track project schedules, risks, action items, and milestones, and provide routine status updates to leadership and team members.
• Support the evaluation and implementation of new technologies, automation, and manufacturing systems under general supervision.

Skills

Automotive manufacturing experience

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

PowerBI

Smartsheets

N-SMS

G-Alis

Robot/vision programming

Job description

Blue Springs, Mississippi, United States

Aug 28, 2026

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 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.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota’sPaintDepartment is looking for a passionate and highly-motivatedPaint Engineer.

The primary responsibility of this role is to support engineering functions of the Paint New Model team to prepare the shop for future model changes while also supporting other shop initiatives.

Reporting to the Paint Manager, the person in this role will support the Paint department's objective to safely and successfully complete new model introductions and shop projects.

What you’ll be doing

Support engineering projects and continuous improvement initiatives that contribute to Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Cost performance.

Provide technical support for Paint production processes, equipment, and manufacturing systems to help ensure safe and stable operations.

Assist with supplier and contractor coordination activities, including scope clarification, equipment information, safety requirements, scheduling, and issue follow-up.

Participate in risk assessments and support the implementation of safety improvements, engineering countermeasures, and process enhancements.

Perform structured problem-solving and basic root cause analysis to help resolve process, equipment, and manufacturing system issues.

Help develop, update, and maintain engineering standards, procedures, and best practices that support process stability and knowledge retention.

Track project schedules, risks, action items, and milestones, and provide routine status updates to leadership and team members.

Support the evaluation and implementation of new technologies, automation, and manufacturing systems under general supervision.

What you bring

Plant level experience in an automotive manufacturing environment

Experience with technical specifications and implementation of major and minor equipment and/or process changes

Experience supporting and coordinating problem solving activities related to Safety, Quality, Productivity, and/or Cost

Experience supporting/participating in cross-functional projects or problem-solving teams

Able & willing to work up to 20% overtime, including weekends & July/December holiday shutdowns as necessary

Added bonus if you have

Experience working in Paint Department (TMNA or NAMC)

Experience with implementation of new technologies to improve process efficiency

Project lead experience managing activity schedules and KPIs.

Experience writing Ringis, cost reduction activities, and project management

Robot and/or Vision System Programing and/or Toyopuc experience

TBP (Toyota Business Practice) in process or complete

Experience with PowerBI, SMS-BR, N-SMS, Smartsheets, G-Alis, etc.

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)

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] .

Toyota North America is a leading automotive manufacturer committed to quality, innovation, and creating career opportunities while advancing the future of mobility.

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing Transportation Equipment Manufacturing Manufacturing

Company size 10,001+ employees

Company type Public company Founded 1957

Total funding $4.5M Grant