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 diverse, 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."
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Who we’re looking for
Toyota’s Battery Manufacturing North Carolina (TBMNC) Plant Quality Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Quality Engineer.
The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure all processes are managed/operating within the set process control requirements, completing detailed analysis of any cells/modules that fall out of the control limits.
Reporting to the Quality Manager, the person in this role will support the quality control department's objective to support the manufacturing team in producing the highest quality product to exceed our customer’s expectations.
What you’ll be doing
Battery learning in Japan battery plant for up to 3 years.
Support North Carolina team development from Japan.
Support creation and execution quality hoshin to support achievement of company KPI.
Support/Set strategic direction to ensure our in-house process meet all design/process control specifications.
Partner with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to strengthen quality systems.
Complete detailed root cause and lead the implementation of countermeasures for any product that falls outside the normal product distribution.
Ensure quality management system requirements are being met.
Collaborate closely with other groups to promote strong kaizen culture to ensure customer expectations are exceeded.
What you bring
Japanese language fluency JPLT N1, N2 or native speaker.
Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent technical degree.
Manufacturing quality support for assembly, machining, paint, body weld, or stamping experience.
Experience creating and implementing quality processes in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with detailed schedule creation and utilization for capital projects greater than $50K.
Experience planning and implementing mass production quality support for production lines greater than 9K capacity per month.
AutoCAD experience, including the ability to read, interpret, and modify 2D drawings.
Ability to support weekends, off shifts, and holidays as needed.
Ability to work the two shutdown times of the year in July and December.
Ability to dispatch to Japan plant for 2 to 3 years.
Ability for business travel, both domestic and international, short and long term. Upon return to TBMNC site location the normal travel both domestic and international will be up to 30%.
Ability for business travel to other North American sites to support future projects.
What you may bring
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering/Technology.
Toyota Production Engineering experience in Assembly, Machining, Paint, Welding, and Stamping.
Experience and/or exposure to the battery manufacturing process.
TBP completion through Panel.
Supplied materials quality control experience.
Cross-functional work experience (Quality, manufacturing, engineering, maintenance).
Cross-functional collaboration (UTC, SOAR, etc.).
3 Pillar management/execution experience.
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.
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, 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 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, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.
Keywords:
Quality Engineer, Toyota, Battery Manufacturing, Quality Control, Engineering, Automotive, Japanese Language, Manufacturing Processes, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen
