Prototype Paint Technician

Overview

Who we are

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 were looking for

Toyotas Prototype Weld and Paint Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Prototype Paint Technician.

The primary responsibility of this role is to support the Prototype Body Paint process within R&D.

Reporting to the Prototype Weld and Paint Manager the person in this role will support the Prototype Paint departments objective to support Toyota North America Product Development and Vehicle Evaluation.

What youll be doing

• Prototype Vehicle Paint - ensure Prototype Vehicle Quality and Delivery will meet or exceed customer requirements.

• Apply refinish primer and paint clear coat follow through to evaluation. This applies to prototype and marketing vehicles with a high degree of precision and finish quality.

• Deliver consistent high-end results that meet Toyota standards for evaluation public presentation photography and promotional use.

• Initial responsibility will be centered around Prototype Vehicle Build Operation Plan for Painting and then rotate across all Paint stations & processes.

• Flexibility and commitment to the above responsibilities will require up to 30% overtime at peak times.

• Cyclical nature of Prototype Production will require broad flexibility of work assignments and willingness to support other functions outside of Paint.

• Occasional CNC support may be needed.

• Support prototype vehicle assembly and special vehicle projects as needed.

• Demonstrated commitment to the customer - embrace flexibility of assignments and willingness to support in all functional roles.

What you bring

• Vehicle Paint skills with Trade School Education AND/OR equivalent work experience.

• Ability to perform the full spectrum of automotive painting from initial primer application to final high-gloss and auto show-quality finishes.

• Proven experience in surface preparation masking sanding and color sanding.

• Intermediate skills in applying base and clear coat.

• Intermediate skills in identifying and correcting sanding and buffing imperfections to achieve a smooth high-quality finish.

• Familiarity with both traditional and modern painting systems including HVLP spray guns and solvent borne/urethane systems.

• Proven experience working in an OEM prototype environment including adherence to pre-production standards engineering change requests and confidential vehicle build processes.

Added bonus if you have

• OEM paint process knowledge and experience.

• Experience using KPIs for goal setting and process management.

• Quality Circle or other problem-solving systems (e.g. TBP).

• Knowledge of Toyota Safety Management System.

• Experience in other automotive areas including but not limited to: Assembly Rapid Prototype etc.

What well 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 all 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.

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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