Production Engineering Lead — Hands-On & Kaizen Impact

Toyota-Material-Handling; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Performance Bonus

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(k) match up to 6%

Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Kaizen rewards

Onsite Fitness Center

Job summary

Toyota Material Handling North America is seeking a Production Engineer Assistant Manager to provide leadership to engineers and technicians focused on safety, quality, delivery and cost. You will mentor staff, lead cross-functional projects, and drive continuous improvement in a hands-on, team-oriented environment.

The role requires an engineering degree, 5+ years of experience, and 2+ years of leadership.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial).
• 5+ years of hands-on experience.
• 2+ years of leadership experience preferred.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings.
• Willingness and ability to effectively work hands-on.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day activities and project progression of multiple Engineer and Technician level Associates.
• Mentor and develop direct reports following TMH leadership models and practices.
• Lead cross-functional teams with Manufacturing, Maintenance, Quality, and Design Engineering as a representative of the Production Engineering department.
• Manage overall workload and resources to meet customer needs and department goals.
• Identify and lead the implementation of projects to resolve immediate issues as well as long term improvement goals.
• Oversee the budgeting of expenses and capital budgets by direct reports.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial)

Job description

Toyota Material Handling North America is seeking a Production Engineer Assistant Manager to provide leadership to engineers and technicians focused on safety, quality, delivery and cost. You will mentor staff, lead cross-functional projects, and drive continuous improvement in a hands-on, team-oriented environment.

The role requires an engineering degree, 5+ years of experience, and 2+ years of leadership.