Engineer - TPS

Overview

Who we are

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Who were looking for

Toyotas Operations Management Development Division (OMDD) is looking for a self-driven innovative Engineer to join our organization in supporting Toyotas North American Operations with continuous improvement efforts. OMDD is the very same department that Taiichi Ohno created to carry out his vision of the world-renowned Toyota Production System (TPS).

There are many opportunities to work jointly with the North American Manufacturing Centers (NAMCs) and suppliers because the kaizen cycle is endless! This role interfaces with top executives at Toyota and project companies in pursuit of a common goal: being better than we were yesterday. If you have a passion for continuous improvement then we want to hear from you!

The primary responsibility of this role is to work side-by-side with project teams both internally and externally to develop their shop floor & TPS capabilities while simultaneously strengthening your own TPS skills. You will actively practice Genchi Genbutsu (Go-and-See) identify gaps for improvement and lead the activity to meet challenging targets. As your TPS toolbox grows you will develop logical strategies meet tight project schedules and produce results all while adhering to the basic principles of TPS.

As a TPS Engineer you can expect to support company objectives to reduce cost and lead time specifically by detecting and eliminating waste. This supports our Customer First mentality. You will find productivity improvements throughout the entire supply chain while energetically learning and applying TPS basic-thinking and tools. Doing so you will visualize problems exercise practical problem-solving and engage in the kaizen cycle all in an effort to expand our capability and promote the transfer of knowledge to Toyotas affiliate and project companies across North America.

What youll be doing

• Analyzethe shop floor through Genchi Genbutsu (Go-and-See)

• Learnand use TPS tools to visualize waste.

• Setchallenging targets that align with North American cost competitiveness.

• Leadactivity teams to success by example.

• Developstrategies while coordinating participating in and eventually leading Jishuken (kaizen) activities

• Carry-out project assignments to achieve targets

• DevelopTPS basic thinking and transferring to project teams participants etc.

• Utilizeactivity reflection summaries as development opportunities to share TPS with others.

What you bring

• Bachelors degree or higher in Engineering or similar technical field

• Experience working in a direct or support role for manufacturing including applicable co-op / internship experience

• Experience with or exposure to continuous improvement initiatives such as TPS or similar in a manufacturing production or logistics environment

• Ability and willingness to travel 75%

Added bonus if you have

• Experience utilizing standardized work to improve processes

• Experience utilizing Material and Information Flow Chart (Value Stream Mapping)

• Direct shop floor manufacturing or production experience

• Automotive manufacturing experience

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

• 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 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.

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