Paint Engineer

Toyota North America; Blue Springs (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Team Member vehicle discount

Job summary

Toyota North America is seeking a passionate Paint Engineer to support the Paint New Model team, preparing the shop for future model changes and supporting shop initiatives. Reporting to the Paint Manager, you will help ensure safe, successful new model introductions and project throughput.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, plant-level automotive experience, and solid problem-solving skills. Travel and overtime may be needed to meet project milestones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or higher is required.
• Plant level experience in automotive manufacturing environment.
• Experience with technical specifications and implementation of major/minor equipment or processes.
• Experience supporting/participating in cross-functional projects or problem-solving teams.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering projects and continuous improvement initiatives for Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Cost performance.
• Provide technical support for Paint production processes, equipment, and manufacturing systems.
• Coordinate with suppliers/contractors on scope, safety, scheduling, and issues.
• Participate in risk assessments and implement safety improvements and process enhancements.
• Perform structured problem-solving and basic root cause analysis for issues.
• Develop and maintain engineering standards, procedures and best practices.

Skills

Engineering degree

Automotive manufacturing experience

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Overtime willingness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

PowerBI

Smartsheets

G-Alis

Toyopuc

Job description

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.

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’s Paint Department is looking for a passionate and highly-motivated Paint 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

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Engineering
• 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.

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