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.
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Who we’re looking for

Toyota’s Paint Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Engineering Specialist.

The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure vehicle and process integrity through systems development and process management within the Paint PE Dept.

Reporting to the PE Manager, the person in this role will support the Paint department's objective to lead chronic problem resolution, support quality improvement, and control costs. The Engineer will also work with Production management to lead projects associated with cost, quality, productivity, and safety.

What you’ll be doing

Lead quality improvements through PFMEA/QCP creation and execution.
Lead cost improvements through gentani calculation, gap analysis, kaizen, and standardization.
Provide daily process support.
Lead equipment and/or process change projects.
Lead new material introductions to production processes.
Develop project proposals, strategies, operating plans, and budget proposals.
What you bring

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering OR similar technical degree OR professional engineering experience in the Automotive industry.
Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project).
Experience in Process Failure Mode Effect and Analysis
Project Management experience from scope of work through bid awards and contractor oversight.
Experience in color evaluation.
Experience in fluid dynamics.
Added bonus if you have

Knowledge and experience of Ryohin Joken concepts and execution.
Experience in budget planning, proposal, and oversight.
Experience with Ringi creation and submissions.
Experience in paint shop raw material application.
Experience in paint shop raw material storage and circulation systems.
Experience in paint-related defect analysis and problem solving.
Experience in paint-quality instrumentation. (Color, Wavescan, Film build).
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
Vehicle purchase & lease programs
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable)
Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
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 diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong. As a company that has been one of DiversityInc’s Top 50 Companies for Diversity and a member of The Billion Dollar Roundtable supporting minority and woman-owned suppliers for over 10 years, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business. 

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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