Paint Production Engineer Sealer/Controls

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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 diverse, talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us. 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 ensure vehicle and process integrity through systems development and process management within the Paint department. The person in this role will support the Paint Department's objective to lead chronic problem resolution and support quality improvement. The Engineer will also work with Production Group Leaders and Managers to lead process cost reductions, productivity improvements, and safety initiatives. What you'll be doing: Lead quality process, material, cost, productivity, safety, environmental and equipment improvement initiatives. Lead and support change management. Provide daily process support. Ensure vehicle and process integrity. Lead new material introductions to ensure no negative KPI (Key Performance Indicators) impact. Lead equipment and refurbishment projects and/or process changes. Support production-initiated kaizen to ensure no negative KPI impact. Question and investigate daily inquiries from production and/or maintenance. Coordinate cross-department investigations. Investigate perceived process and/or equipment problems utilizing careful and systematic analysis. Report out identified problem, root cause, possible countermeasures and recommended solutions to management. Propose best solution based on cost time feasibility impact to production and KPI targets. Develop project proposals, strategies, operating plans and Ringi's ((Bottom Up support and agreement for a decision or idea). What you bring: Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering or similar technical degree or 5+ years of equivalent professional experience in an Automotive Plant. Experience in a manufacturing environment for paint. Design experience with AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar CAD software including the ability to read, interpret and modify both 2D and 3D drawings. Experience with PLC Programming, including Ladder Logic and the ability to troubleshoot and make programming changes. Experience teaching robots in production processes and mechanical movement. Added bonus if you have: Experience with RJ Development. Experience with planning & install implementation of equipment. Experience creating ringis (budget proposals) for capital or operating projects. Experience with Paint mix room and Paint circulation systems. Experience in problem-solving for raw material such as paints and solvents. Experience with project management for contractor interaction / quote negotiations. 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. Flexible work options based on business needs. 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, child care, schools and more. Flexible spending accounts. Relocation assistance (if applicable). 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. Have a question or need assistance with your application? Check out the How to Apply section of our careers page on Toyota.com! 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. Insert Video (if applicable) Here.