PE Sr.Manager

Toyota Boshoku America; Princeton (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401k with company match

HSA/FSA options

Job summary

Toyota Boshoku America is seeking a Senior Production Engineering leader to drive automotive interiors manufacturing and assembly processes across TBAGC Tier 1 JIT plants. You will optimize plant layouts, equipment utilization, and team effectiveness, while leading a team to tackle process improvements and cost reduction opportunities.

The role requires deep expertise in production engineering, TPS, GD&T, and PFMEA, with strong leadership, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required, or equivalent combination of education and direct experience.
• 12+ years of experience in automotive production engineering field.
• 6+ years of functional management experience.
• Experience in automotive interiors related processes.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and approve process and production preparation plans for new automotive products.
• Advise on Process Flow, Layout and Work Combination.
• Coach supplier selection process for sourcing tools and equipment.
• Map PE manning plan for mid and long term plan.
• Oversee and coach design, construction and installation of new tools and equipment.

Skills

Leadership

TPS

GD&T

Drawing interpretation

Process engineering

Budgeting

PFMEA

AutoCAD

Excel

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Work Arrangement

Onsite

Travel Requirement

25%

Shift

Day

This is a Salaried position

Job Description

I. General Summary: Lead production engineering functions for automotive interiors manufacturing and assembly processes within TBAGC Tier 1 JIT automotive manufacturing plants. Improve the efficiencies of the company's plant and production facilities and equipment layouts including establishing methods for maximum utilization of production equipment, materials, facilities, and team members.

II. Essential Job Functions:

• Evaluate and approve process and production preparation plans for new automotive products.
• Advise to related parties regarding Process Flow, Layout and Work Combination.
• Coach supplier selection process for sourcing of tools and equipment.
• Map PE manning plan for mid and long term plan.
• Support discussion with plants for agreement of specifications of equipment.
• Oversee and coach the design, construction and installation of new tools and equipment.
• Analyze and elevate production preparation issues in a timely manner to allow for countermeasures.
• Report production preparation status to PE management and related groups.
• Oversee Production Engineering group with a focus on equipment, processes, human resource allocation, cost management, setting priorities, and leading through problem identification and resolution.
• Provide support to TBAGC plants as needed for manufacturing issues while aligning department goals with company goals.
• Minimum Qualifications/Requirements :

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required, or equivalent combination of education and direct experience.

Experience:

• Greater than twelve (12) years of experience in the automotive production engineering field required.
• Greater than six (6) years of functional management experience required.
• Experience in automotive interiors related processes is required.

Personal/Technical Skills:

• Understanding and working knowledge of manufacturing, assembly, and welding equipment and tooling including design, automation, robotics, or manufacturing processes (and all secondary related processes) relating to automotive interiors.
• Ability to read component, assembly and equipment drawings and have an understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Practical experience applying Toyota Production System (TPS) principles in an automotive environment.
• Ability to effectively compile and report information.
• Understand budget control and related budget tracking activities.
• Full knowledge of cost structures and cost reduction strategies.
• Fully capable to do PFMEA.
• Show and maintain professionalism.
• Strong managerial/leadership skills and ability.
• Strong organization, planning, and analytical skills.
• Able to work in a fast paced, multicultural work environment.
• Active listener with effective leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi-task, handle diversity, and provide leadership through problem resolution.
• Ability to communicate and work well with all levels inside and outside of the organization.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, work efficiently within time constraints and deadlines, and handle stressful situations in a calm manner.

Language Skills:

• Ability to clearly and concisely communicate complex information in verbal and written English.
• Japanese, Spanish and/or Portuguese would be helpful.

Computer/Software:

• Solid working knowledge and demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office and other computer-based applications (e.g., MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Outlook, Internet, etc.).
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and AutoCAD.

III. Work Environment/Conditions :

Office: Open Office Environment, moderate noise level.

Plant: Standard automotive plant environment with moderate noise level. PPE ( Personal Protective Equipment) such as safety glasses, steel toe shoes, hearing protection, etc. may be required in engineering, manufacturing, or industrial areas. Personal attire standards may apply.

Travel: Must be willing to travel up to 70% of the time to our vendors, plants, customers, etc. Some international travel will be required.

Physical Demands: Ability to sit and work on a computer for extensive periods of time is required. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is required to talk, see, and hear. Performance requires physical ability to inspect, adjust, and operate equipment. The team member must be capable of walking, sitting, and standing for extended periods of time throughout plant. Occasionally climbing, stooping, or bending on, under, or near tooling and equipment. May be occasionally required to reach, grasp, and manipulate parts, materials, or equipment. May be occasionally required to lift up to 30-50 pounds (with or without assistance).

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to identify the general nature and level of work performed by team members within this classification, as well as certain essential job functions. It is not intended, and should not be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of team members assigned to this job. To qualify for this job, however, a team member must be able to perform its essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Under no circumstances may this job description be construed as altering the at-will nature of the employment relationship between TBA and any team member.

EOE

Benefits include but are not limited to:

• Competitive Compensation
• Eligibility for certain incentives and bonuses (e.g. Production Hourly KPI Achievement Quarterly Incentive or Salaried/Office Hourly KPI Annual KPI Achievement Bonus)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• 401k with Company Match
• Optional tax advantaged accounts, such as Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (DCFSA)
• Additional elective benefits are available
• Equal Opportunity Employer

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