Manufacturing Engineer

Overview

Who we are

Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, TN, (job flexibility benefits) (also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability), etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota’s Production Engineering department located at Toyota Auto Body California (TABC) is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Engineering Analyst.

The primary responsibility of this role is to maintain press equipment, improving MTTR (Mean Time to Repair) and MTBF (Mean Time Between Failure), through planning, problem solving, and coordination.

The person in this role will support the Production Engineering department's objective to maintain a high equipment operation availability %.

This position is based at TABC, Long Beach, CA. The selected candidate will be expected to reside within commutable distance of this location.

What you’ll be doing

• Develop and execute annual plans for equipment inspections, PMs, repairs, upgrades and retrofit for aging parts.
• Support Stamping & Bodyweld Department Production Processes.
• Manage and coordinate major machine repairs with TMNA-PE, Stamping PE, local vendors, as well as OEM and tool makers (planning parts, tools and manpower needs.
• Tracking Key Performance Indicators and developing improvement plans to close gaps and improve equipment performance.
• Support training and skill level-up plans through evaluation of Team Members performance and knowledge during equipment repairs.
• Coordinate weekend work plans to accommodate Production and Equipment Maintenance needs using Toyota systems, (Maximo PM, spare parts tracking, Wire Rope Safety, etc.)

What you bring

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in engineering or 5+ years of equivalent professional experience in engineering or maintenance
• Manufacturing experience, in a direct or support role for engineering, production and or maintenance
• Engineering/Project Management experience for projects greater than $100K, including new capital expenditures for equipment installation and repair
• Experience with PLC’s and controls, including the ability to read and interpret PLC code
• Experience troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic and/or pneumatic systems in a shop floor setting
• Ability to support shutdown activity (Summer/Winter) including availability for overtime and holiday support

Added bonus if you have

• Experience with PLC’s and controls, including the ability to edit and modify PLC code
• Experience planning and executing major equipment repairs within a manufacturing and/or industrial environment
• Experience setting up/teaching robotic processes
• Experience with Safety PLCs
• Direct experience with Schuler, Komatsu, H&F, Clearing Niagara, Bliss, Kawasaki and/or Yaskawa stamping/weld equipment
• Automotive manufacturing experience, OEM and/or supplier
• Weld, Paint and/or Stamping experience
• OSHA 10 Certification

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 company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable)
• 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)
• Relocation Assistance (if applicable)

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star.

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, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.