Body Weld Sr. Production Engineer

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."

To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota’s Body Weld Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Senior Production Engineer.

The primary responsibility of this role is to lead new business introductions for Body Weld’s shop and support technical projects and problem solving.

Reporting to the Body Weld Engineering Manager, the person in this role will support the Body Weld department's objective to achieve daily manufacturing Key Performance Indicator targets, study new business opportunities, and successfully roll out the introduction of new business.

What you’ll be doing

• Support hoshin achievement by participating in assigned activities.

• Work closely with Production supervisors and engineers to promote achievement of daily & project based KPI’s.

• Communicate / Coordinate / Negotiate with team members across organizations (Stamping, Quality, Production Control, etc.) to gather accurate information and solve complex problems

• Support functional/operational management responsibilities including kaizen and standardization activities to support KPI achievement.

• Manufacturing shop technical support and daily problem-solving of assembly & shop issues -  inclusive of technical procedure development and engineering reporting

• Engineering project management/implementation (Must be able to work weekend and shut down support as needed – provide support and coordinate activities as needed to insure zero impact to Production from any changepoints)

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a technical discipline or 5 years equivalent related work experience

• 4+ years of Production Engineering in a manufacturing setting

• Strong Microsoft Office knowledge/experience and an ability to use AutoDesk applications (AutoCAD)

• Ability to develop/review technical documents (Drawings, Reports, Manuals, Technical Specifications) for engineering use

• Ability to create and deliver presentations that can be understood by many different audiences

• Ability to develop a Scope of Work to submit for bid to contractors

Added bonus if you have

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

• 2 + years of Body Weld experience (establishing weld schedules, interpreting resistance weld integrity, body accuracy fitment, equipment knowledge)

• Toyota TBP panel completion &/or Toyota Ringi writing experience

• Possess a basic understanding of Risk Analysis Tools such as PFMEA

• CATIA Experience

• Automotive Production Engineering experience

• Supervisory experience with responsibility for direct reports, in a manufacturing environment

• Knowledge of RJ development for new or existing processes

• Working knowledge of SAP Ariba or similar procurement and supply chain management systems

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 compan